Personal Representative vs Executor vs Trustee: What’s the Difference?
It’s not uncommon for someone to say that they’re the “Executor” of a loved one’s Estate. You may have also heard of... Read More
Power of Attorney
When people think about Estate Planning, a Will is usually the first document that comes to mind. However, an Enduring Power of... Read More
When is Probate Necessary in Alberta?
The question I’m asked most frequently by both my Estate Planning (Wills) and Estate Administration (Probate) clients is “when is probate necessary?”... Read More
Probate Terminology: Defining Commonly Used Legal Terms
What is Probate? As a Wills and Estates lawyer, the two questions I’m most frequently asked are “What is probate?” and “When... Read More
10 Reasons NOT to Get a Will
When I tell people I’m a Wills & Estates lawyer, the most common response I receive is something along the lines of... Read More
Wills Terminology: Defining Commonly Used Legal Terms
We break down commonly-used Wills terminology you might encounter while Estate planning. Will/Last Will and Testament A “Will”, sometimes known as a “Last... Read More
Who Acts as Executor when Someone Dies Without a Will?
What Does an Executor of a Will Do? When someone dies in Alberta without leaving a valid Will, they’re deemed to have... Read More
Dying Without a Will in Alberta: What Happens to my Assets?
Having a valid, up-to-date Will in place is extremely important. However, the stark reality is that most Canadians don’t have one. In... Read More
[FAQs] Executor of a Will
Who should I appoint as my Executor? Appointing an Executor (also referred to as a Personal Representative or Trustee) can be a... Read More
[FAQs] Wills
Do I really need a Will? While there’s no law requiring you to have a Will, we believe that everyone over the... Read More