Trusts and estates

Good drafting isn't good enough: why POAs need shared accountability

These documents can protect or exploit — the difference lies in the systems that surround them

May 20, 2026

Good drafting isn't good enough: why POAs need shared accountability

BC Court of Appeal fixes estate’s requested security for trial and appeal costs at $321,700

May 14, 2026

Ruling notes financial complexity in dispute arising from real estate investments

BC Court of Appeal fixes estate’s requested security for trial and appeal costs at $321,700

Focus on trusts and estates

May 01, 2026

Every month, Canadian Lawyer will produce a series of articles on a theme affecting the legal profession. All coverage through the month can be found here

Focus on trusts and estates

Tech companies demanding redundant court orders from estate reps should pay the cost: judge

Apr 30, 2026

Administrators seeking access to Apple account ask Alberta Court of King’s Bench for specific order

Tech companies demanding redundant court orders from estate reps should pay the cost: judge

Ottawa cracking down on 21-year deemed disposition rule for trusts: Lavery lawyer

Apr 28, 2026

Many private company owners must now decide between transferring capital or paying millions in tax

Ottawa cracking down on 21-year deemed disposition rule for trusts: Lavery lawyer

Alberta Court of King’s Bench denies party’s request to examine lawyer who drafted will

Apr 24, 2026

Ruling lets estate’s security for costs application precede questioning of solicitor

Alberta Court of King’s Bench denies party’s request to examine lawyer who drafted will