Wills, Trusts & Asset Protection

Facing divorce or widowhood is never easy, and when it happens later in life, the emotional impact can be compounded by practical concerns—especially finances.

Before gifting money to friends or family, it’s worth asking yourself a few questions to ensure your gift really has the positive impact you hope for.

If it has been more than a few years since you last looked at your will or power of attorney, it may be time for a review.

The fact trusts have dominated our landscape for so long is a testament to their ability to adapt to and satisfy evolving socio-economic needs, attitudes, and norms of our population.

Not many of us understand the role of an Enduring Power of Attorney when we’re no longer capable of managing our affairs.

Many seniors enter into relationships late in life. The thought a legal relationship may arise often never enters their minds.

In this article we look at what is involved in being the executor of a will and at the factors to consider when appointing your own executor.

Powers of attorney (POAs) have been around in our English based legal system from long before the Crusades in the twelfth century. They are still widely used today. Learn about a special type of POA named the Enduring Power.

A recent legal article identified at least fourteen different pieces of legislation that empowered a court to interfere in the carrying out of the intentions expressed in a will. However, the three most common grounds for challenging a will are.

Sometimes children end up living with their grandparents on an informal basis. This can creates problems when they suddenly find they cannot access a child’s medical or educational records.