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The New Wills Estates and Succession Act “WESA” (which came into force March 31, 2014) and Undue Influence

2015-02-02

Wills, Estates and Trusts

The New Wills Estates and Succession Act “WESA” (which came into force March 31, 2014) and Undue Influence

By: Vanessa DeDominicis

WESA introduced a shift in the onus of proof in relation to undue influence challenges to wills in some cases. Section 52 of WESA places the onus of disproving undue

The Will That Doesn't Need Probate

2015-01-02

Wills, Estates and Trusts

The Will That Doesn’t Need Probate

By: Vanessa DeDominicis

“My Friend told me that she has a Will that doesn’t need Probate. Can I get one of those please?” Ahhhhh the Will that doesn’t need Probate! Wouldn’t that be

The Importance of Opening the Lines of Communication with Your Executor

2014-11-17

Wills, Estates and Trusts

The Importance of Opening the Lines of Communication with Your Executor

By: Vanessa DeDominicis

Executor's Duties, Post WESA

2014-08-28

Wills, Estates and Trusts

Executor’s Duties, Post WESA

By: Vanessa DeDominicis

The New Wills Estates and Success Act

2014-06-25

Wills, Estates and Trusts

The New Wills Estates and Success Act “WESA”

By: Vanessa DeDominicis

The New “WESA” And The Curative Provisions – Be Careful What Texts You Send Or “Notes” You Write On Napkins!

2014-05-28

Wills, Estates and Trusts

The New “WESA” And The Curative Provisions – Be Careful What Texts You Send Or “Notes” You Write On Napkins!

By: Vanessa DeDominicis

The new Wills, Estates and Succession Act ("WESA") has given the Court a new power to “fix” or “correct” a problem where a Will does not comply with the formal