BC Probate and Will Disputes
BC Probate and Will Disputes: Who Can Challenge, When, and How Fact-checked by Estate Lawyer Tim Louis A will feels wrong. A new partner is favoured. Promises were made and then ignored. In BC, you may be able to challenge the result, but the clock is ticking loudly. This guide shows who can act, the […]
When Disability Affects Your Estate Plan in BC
Fact checked by Wills, Probate and Estate Lawyer Tim Louis For many British Columbians living with a disability, estate planning feels like a separate issue from managing disability benefits. In reality, the two are tightly connected — and when they’re not planned together, families can face painful and expensive surprises. An inheritance set up the […]
What Happens If You Die Without a Will?
B.C. Inheritance Rules Explained (2025 Update) Fact Checked by Estate Lawyer Tim Louis What happens if you die without a will in BC? If you die without a will in B.C., the Wills, Estates and Succession Act (WESA) decides who inherits your estate. Your spouse — including qualifying common-law partners — gets a “spousal […]
Mid-Year Estate Planning: 3 Reasons to Review Your Will This Summer
3 Reasons to Review Your Will This Summer When families gather, wills should too. Fact-checked by Tim Louis Summer Is Estate Planning Season “Is summer a good time to update your will in Canada?” “Yes. Summer is often the best time to revisit your will and estate plans—especially if you’ve had life changes or […]
Probate Pitfalls in BC
Probate Pitfalls in BC: 7 Mistakes That Could Delay Your Inheritance Fact-checked by Tim Louis Introduction Probate Was Supposed to Be Easy—Here’s Why It So Often Isn’t Most families think probate will be simple. After all, the will is written, the loved one is gone, and now it’s just a matter of paperwork—right? Not quite. […]
What Happens When You Die Without a Will in BC?
Avoid Intestate Complications with Expert Vancouver Legal Advice Fact Checked by Tim Louis Introduction Did you know that a significant number of British Columbians pass away each year without ever drafting a will? If you die without a will in BC, your loved ones may face a host of unexpected complications—from lengthy probate proceedings to […]
How to Write a Will in Canada
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