Curry v. Curry, 2023 NSSC 402 Background The Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, in Curry v. Curry recently looked at a case which involved the placement of remains. Anne Curry …
Probate Fees in Ontario: Can You Deduct the Mortgage?
One of the most common misconceptions in Ontario estate administration is whether a mortgage can be deducted when calculating probate fees ,officially known as the Estate Administration Tax (“EAT”), but …
When an Oral Promise About a Home Becomes Enforceable
Jeffrey v. Jeffrey, 2026 ONSC 1959 In Jeffrey v. Jeffrey, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice considered a difficult family dispute involving an oral agreement, a family home, and the …
Ontario Court Recognizes Israeli Guardianship Order
Abitbol v. Abitbol, 2026 ONSC 1636 Cross-Border Incapacity Planning Continues to Evolve In Abitbol v. Abitbol, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice addressed an increasingly common issue in modern estate …
When an Attorney (with a Power of Attorney) Helps Change the Will
Kroeger v. Bush Estate, 2026 BCCA 16 A recent decision from the British Columbia Court of Appeal provides an important warning about the risks that arise when a beneficiary who …
Spousal Consent: Risk of Dementia
Question: An agent meets with a couple, both seniors who are about to list their home for sale. Title is registered in the husband’s name alone, It is a matrimonial …
Seller Passes Before Closing
Question: What happens if a Seller passes away prior to close? Only one person on title, no spouse; can it close? Does it need to go through probate first? The …
A Letter of Intent Can Help Avoid Family Disputes
Estate planning is not only about homes, investments, and bank accounts. Personal belongings, such as jewelry, artwork, antiques, and family keepsakes, often carry emotional value that can lead to disagreement …
Capacity First, Accommodation Later
Beaulnes et al. v. Pratt, 2026 ONSC 1722: In a detailed procedural ruling, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Beaulnes et al. v. Pratt, 2026 ONSC 1722 addressed a …
When Non-Disclosure Costs You Your Defence
Debono v. JCD Property Ltd. 2026 ONCA 310 In estate litigation, transparency is not just expected,it is essential. The Ontario Court of Appeal’s recent decision in Debono v. JCD Property …