Legal issues can arise in relation to someone’s estate whether or not that person has prepared a Will.  Even when someone leaves a Will, there may be questions about the validity of the Will, including issues regarding the mental capacity of the Testator and possible undue influence leading up to the signing of the Will.  In addition, some dependents may not feel that the Testator made adequate provisions in his or her Will for all persons who were owed a legal or moral obligation by the Testator. 

Where a person dies intestate (without leaving a valid Will), Provincial legislation outlines a framework for determining how the estate will be administered.  Although the Estate Administration Act specifies how someone should apply to deal with the estate of a person who died intestate, not all persons interested in the administration of the estate may agree as to who should be appointed to deal with the estate or how the assets should be managed and distributed.

At Pihl & Associates, we have experienced lawyers who can provide effective advice and assistance in dealing with difficult situations upon the death of a loved one or relative.