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Tag Archives: intestacy
Where there is (not quite) a Will
Since the Wills Estate and Succession Act (the “WESA”) came into effect in March of 2014, we have waiting to see what the courts would do with the new provision, Section 58, allowing judges to decide whether a document that … Continue reading
Posted in Estates, Law
Tagged estate lawyer, estates, executor, intestacy, probating a will, valid will, WESA, wills, wills and estates
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Wills and Guardianship of Children
If you thought it was a bad idea from a financial point of view to not have a will, it can get even worse. There is a tragic case in the media at the moment that involves custody of the three … Continue reading
Posted in Law
Tagged blended family, children, custody, estates, Family Relations Act, intestacy, legal guardianship, minor children, wills
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How does the new Wills Estates and Succession Act affect your estate planning?
Effective March 31, 2014, British Columbians have a new set of laws that govern both the making of Wills and the management of an estate after a person dies. The Wills Estates and Succession Act (the “WESA”) and the new … Continue reading