Blog - Estates & Trusts

Estate disputes can cause stress and confusion for families after someone passes away. While it is impossible to completely avoid disputes, there are simple legal steps that can help prevent...

Committeeship is a legal process in which a court appoints a responsible individual or organization to manage the affairs of a person who has become cognitively incapacitated. This can take...

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...