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ICBC CLAIM LIMITS AND NEW 2020 NO FAULT PROPOSALS

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Estate Litigation

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WILLS VARIATION​
Disinherited
Children and Spouses
UNDUE INFLUENCE​
CLAIMS AGAINST TRUSTEES ​

we’re here for you through the legal and emotional challenges.

When you’re involved in an estate dispute, the emotional factors alone can make it a challenge. Helpforme’s estate litigation lawyers can help you navigate the challenges efficiently. By quickly identifying your options, we can help you reach an optimal outcome within legal deadlines.  

As for legal fees, Helpforme takes a personalized approach depending on each client’s situation and where possible, takes claims on a contingency basis. Helpforme’s estate litigation group focuses on assisting people in circumstances that are often too complex to resolve on their own, while keeping their best interests in mind and adding value every step of the way.

 

Estate Litigation handbook

Chapters

  • Why you need an Estate Litigation or Estate Planning lawyer?
  • First steps when you’re considering an estates claim
  • What is Estate Litigation?
  • Different types of cases
  • Challenges to the Will
  • Challenge the actions of an Executor or Trustee
  • Defensive Estate Planning techniques
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  • Why you need an Estate Litigation or Estate Planning lawyer?
  • First steps when you’re considering an estates claim
  • What is Estate Litigation?
  • Different types of cases
  • Challenges to the Will
  • Challenge the actions of an Executor or Trustee
  • Defensive Estate Planning techniques
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Key areas of practice

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Disinherited Children and Spouses

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UNDUE INFLUENCE​

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Claims against Trustees

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Our expertise covers many areas. Contact us and learn how we can help you get a positive outcome for your claim.

first steps when you're considering an estates claim.

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Check your timing

Are you within the time limit of 180 days after Grant of Probate? Section 61 of Wills, Estate and Succession Act prohibits any applications to vary a Will 180 days after the Will has gone through probate. If the time limit expires, you will be unable to bring your claim. Other challenges to wills may have a longer limitation period, but it is important to commence your claim promptly to protect your rights.

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Contact one of our estate litigation lawyers

Schedule your free consultation at Helpforme so we can discuss your point of view and assess whether or not you have a valid claim. Call us at 604-269-8500 or Toll Free at 1-888-LAW-5544. We’ll review your case and inform you of the best way to proceed.

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Gather all your evidence

Be prepared to bring all the evidence you’ve collected to your free consultation so we can help prepare your claim. Types of evidence would include: a copy of the Will (if there is one) and information relating to the deceased, other beneficiaries and assets of the Estate.

why you should consult an estate litigation lawyer about your case.

Estate litigation cases are often complex. Issues need to be worked through to establish your rights and your options. Helpforme will lead you through the maze. It’s not easy to represent yourself when your share of an estate is in question. Things can get complicated. Difficult tasks like assessing a loved one’s capacity are best handled by professionals. Sensitive and personal situations, and evidence, require diplomatic and expert handling.

We’ll establish if you have a claim and work with you to understand what’s at stake. In some situations, we work with estate litigation mediators to provide an alternative to the courts. Using options like this can help bring families back together, if desired.

The decisions you’ll be called to make may be hard ones. Our team will support you and enable you to move forward with confidence and peace of mind.

Things you should know about estate litigation

THERE'S A TIME LIMIT.

In most estate litigation cases, there’s limited time to contest the will, which means you may not be able to bring an action if you don’t do it within that specific time frame. Depending on the facts of your case, your lawyer will not only develop a strategy but also advise you regarding when you should file the suit. This is why it’s important to consult with a lawyer as soon as you become aware of the contents of the Will or of potential issues with the handling of the estate by its executor(s).

ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION.

While going to trial is always an option, it is not always necessary or desirable. Helpforme’s lawyers will endeavor to find solutions that work for all parties which preserve your claim and entitlement while avoiding the time and stress that can be involved if a trial is necessary.

THE LAW OFFERS PROTECTION.
Laws exist to provide protection for beneficiaries and disinherited family members to ensure both fair distribution of an estate, as well as protection from fraud and misconduct by executors and trustees. If you feel you have not been treated fairly under a Will or are concerned about executor or trustee actions, you may have legal recourse. Helpforme can assess your claim and guide you through the process to a positive resolution and the outcome you deserve.

Should I hire an estate litigation lawyer?

Estate litigation cases can take a lot out of your pocket. If you’re lucky, you’ll find a lawyer who’ll take your case on contingency. That means you don’t pay the law firm unless your case has a successful outcome. Your lawyer will develop a strategic approach to help you get the best possible outcome. Helpforme takes clients on contingency, so you don’t pay unless your case is successfully resolved.

Publicly reported cases of interest.

CASE STUDIES

Can post-death taxes be considered in will variation claims?

In Ciarniello v. Ciariello Estate, 2016 BCSC 1699, the will-maker and his wife lived together for 39 years. He had five adult children (including three from a previous marriage).

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Do legal obligations to a spouse compare to moral obligations to a child?

In Tataryn v. Tataryn, [1994] 2 SCR 807, the will-maker had 2 adult independent children (J and E) and a spouse. The will-maker disliked their son J due to his religious convictions.

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Estate litigation handbook

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Case Studies

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