One of my most common questions as a lawyer is“Do I really need a Will?” My answer is always yes. In Ontario, if you die without a valid, complete Will, an intestacy is created, and… Do I really need a Will?

Avoiding probate fees through joint assets when the Will of a deceased individual is validated by the courts, it is subject to probate fees. These fees are based on the value of the estate and… Avoiding probate fees through joint assets