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When a parent passes away and the will doesn’t reflect what family members expected, a question inevitably comes up: can siblings actually contest the will or their parent’s estate? Yes, siblings can contest a will, but only under specific legal grounds and only if they have legal standing to bring … Read more »

Yes, you can contest a probate application in British Columbia, but the process depends on what you are challenging. Disputes over a will’s validity, adequate provision for a spouse or child, an executor’s appointment, or delaying probate before it is granted are all separate legal procedures. E … Read more »

An executor in British Columbia is responsible for managing a deceased person’s estate, paying debts, and distributing assets to beneficiaries according to the will. When an executor refuses to act, the probate process can stall, creating delays, confusion, and added stress for everyone involved. … Read more »

Inheritance is usually not split in a BC divorce, but there are important details to understand. Under the general rules, family debt and property are divided equally, while inheritances from third parties are treated as excluded property. However, spouses may share any increase in the value of that … Read more »

A person is entitled to choose an executor to manage their estate, and courts generally respect that choice, but the executor still has a legal duty to communicate with beneficiaries and act in the estate’s best interest. When an executor is not communicating with beneficiaries, the first step is … Read more »