Blog - Estates & Trusts

Estate planning involves making important decisions regarding the distribution of assets and affairs after one’s passing. Central to this process is the assessment of mental capacity, ensuring individuals have the...

Losing a loved one is never easy, and dealing with the complexities of inheritance can make the grieving process even more challenging. In certain situations, family members or dependants may...

The passing of a loved one is an emotional and challenging time, and disputes over their estate can add further stress to the grieving process. Resolving an estate battle is...

At Linley Welwood, we know that the concept of undue influence, which is often used in legal proceedings, can be difficult to understand. That is why we have put together...

Trusts and alter ego trusts are legal arrangements that allow individuals to manage their assets organizationally. One common question is what distinguishes a regular trust from an alter ego trust....

When drafting a will and determining how your estate will be distributed after your passing, it is crucial to ensure that you choose an executor you trust. As experts in...

It is Make a Will Week in B.C., which serves as a timely reminder to review your Will or, if you are amongst the 60% of British Columbians who does...

Estate planning is a difficult and complex process with many moving parts and considerations to keep in mind. If you are looking to create a will or update your existing...

Joint Tenancy as an Estate Planning Tool In an article last year, we described two types of ownership structure: joint tenancy and tenancy-in-common. To summarize, joint tenancy is a form...

Power of attorney is a vital element of estate planning. Without power of attorney, your family might have to go through the painful and costly process of committeeship where the...