We broke a record both in the number and dollar value of wills and estate claims last year, with. challenges to the validity of wills becoming frequent. This is a complex area of the law, requiring knowledge of a wide range of legislation, including the Wills, Estates and Succession Act, Rule 25 in BCSC Rules of Court, the Power of Attorney Act and the Trustee Act.
What can you do? Watch for signs of undue influence. Learn what to look out for from Maryanne Prohl, LIF’s Director, Risk Management in this video.
Here is a checklist with our top nine risk management tips. Print it out and use it on every file. You can find more resources in our recent Notice to Lawyers.