Due to the interdependence of the modern world, it is fairly common for citizens of British Columbia to possess assets in many jurisdictions. When a BC resident dies with overseas assets and requests for an estate grant, two problems arise: Should foreign assets be revealed when applying for a British Columbia estate grant? As part of the application for a…
While not the most pleasant of thoughts, planning your estate is crucial to protecting your family from legal difficulty after you have passed. Most areas of law are mired in red tape, and pages after pages of requirements to ensure validity and enforceability. Because of the potential complications, it is advisable to act sooner rather than later. An improperly arranged…