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There is no simple answer when it comes to wills, the process of probate and estate administration. Each situation is unique and varies on numerous factors. In a time of grief after the loss of a loved one, the process of being an Executor is tricky to say the least. In the simplest terms, an Exe...

When estate planning, you might be wondering how you can leave assets to someone who does not have the capacity to care for themselves due to living with a disability. We understand that there is a constant worry about trying to protect them even after you are gone.
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Most of us are familiar with the term “Power of Attorney” when it comes to managing the affairs of our loved ones. We often hear of a Power of Attorney who is responsible for making healthcare decisions after a loved one becomes ill. In a best-case scenario, the appointer will make it clear w...

What happens to your Facebook profile after you become incapacitated or pass away? What about your email account? The rest of your digital assets?After you pass away or are unable to access these digital accounts, it is going to be difficult for anyone else to access them.According to Ottawa...

Does this sound familiar?You and your partner have built a life together. You might own property together and you might have children together. But you never got legally married. You live as common-law partners.According to the law, common-law relationships are not treated the same as married cou...