In two cases decided in 2010, the Court considered whether it was appropriate for an attorney for property to pay herself for care services provided to an aging parent
Tag: Justin de Vries
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The testator disinherited her only son who was 51 years old and suffered from Hepatitis C. The son sought an order that adequate provision be made for his proper maintenance and support from his mother’s estate. A good discussion of the principles of dependant support.
Lord Denning has been called the most celebrated judge of the 20th century.
What happens when an estate trustee distributes money to the wrong beneficiary or distributes the wrong amount?
When a solicitor is advising on estate administration, who does the solicitor and client privilege belong to?
Can parties who are on the same side protect privileged communications which are shared among their respective lawyers?
The breakdown of a marriage or common law relationship can raise a host of complex legal issues both for the living and the dead. One issue that seems to crop up again and again is life insurance proceeds and who should benefit.
The cy-près doctrine sounds formidable. However, it is an invaluable tool to ensure that the charitable intent of a testator is respected despite the changing sands of time.
The fine art of proportionality applied or hindsight run amuck? You decide.
The right Executor can be determined by certain factors.