I am Ed Olkovich, a Toronto lawyer and Certified Specialist in Estates and Trusts Law. My blog has breakthrough ideas for estate planning and executors. I aim to provoke, propose and to persuade you to take action.
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You can use mediation to save thousands of dollars in legal fees. Many clients do not understand how mediation can settle their legal disputes. That explains why I have started a new series on mediation. Mediation can mean the difference … Continue reading
Should YOU, as an executor, attempt to probate a will by yourself? Here’s the tale of Jennifer to teach you. In her job with an insurance company, Jennifer filled out forms all day. She thought it would not be much … Continue reading
Here are 3 tips to keep you out of trouble. You must know the distinction between executor work and legal work. Get professional advice about your executor duties – the sooner the better. Not all lawyers are experienced in probate … Continue reading
What if a friend or relative is in trouble? They telephone you asking for help to hire a lawyer. What happens if you call a lawyer for them? Well, this complicates things when you act as a go-between. You may … Continue reading
Are you…? • an executor who does not know their role and duties? • an executor who wants to know what to do and when? • trying to protect yourself from executor headaches? If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, you’ll … Continue reading
It’s not uncommon to lose sleep if you are involved in a probate dispute. What should you do if you are uncertain how to solve an estate problem? Get legal advice from an experienced estate lawyer. Certainty is not possible … Continue reading
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