Hull on Estates

This week on the podcast Jonathon Kappy and Geoffrey Sculthorpe discuss the The Absentees Act and how it impacts the case for Grover v Vaid, 2023 ONSC 5931.  Research Links: Case: Absentees Act: Declarations of Death Act:

This week on Hull on Estates, Nick Esterbauer and Doug Higgins review the decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in McGoey (Re), 2019 ONSC 80. Through this unique case and its interesting evidentiary issue, Nick and Doug discuss the concept of a “sham” trust, and the principles applied by Ontario courts in evaluating a purported settlor’s intention to settle a valid trust. McGoey (Re), 2019 ONSC 80 (CanLII)

This week on the podcast, Natalia Angelini and Diana McBey discuss a case from British Columbia, Bautista v Gutkowski Estate, 2023 BCSC 1485.  In a pivotal decision, the BC Court of Appeal varied a will in favor of an estranged son, recognizing the testator’s moral obligation. The case of Bautista v Gutkowski Estate reiterates the significance of moral duties in estate planning, especially towards one's children. Contact Us:

This week on Hull on Estates, Stuart Clark and Aaron Chan discuss a child’s obligation to support their parents under s. 32 of the Family Law Act.   Links to the cases that were talked about are: L.F.D. v. X. Stravino v. Buttinelli Godwin v. Bolsco Dragulin v. Dragulin   Parental Support – A child’s obligation to support their parents Contact Us: info@hullandhull.com

In today’s podcast, Natalia Angelini and Sydney Osmar discuss the recent news cycle involving an 80 year old billionaire who is apparently in the midst of a succession plan which includes adopting his 51 year old gardener. Natalia and Sydney discuss their love of Hermes and what the legal test and implications of adult adoption look like in Ontario. Contact Us:

This week on Hull on Estates, Jonathon Kappy and Margarita Grup​​, discuss two cases dealing with the appointments of Estate Trustees during litigation with two different outcomes. We explore the topic of when and where it is appropriate to appoint an ETDL and some of the consequences that could occur during the process.   Mayer v Rubin, 2017 ONSC 3498 Armstrong v Laviolette, 2023 ONSC 6783

This week on Hull on Estates, Nick Esterbauer and Zahra Attir follow up to their podcast on Estate Administration Bonds to discuss the nature of guardianship bonds and the circumstances under which those applying to become guardians of property of an incapable adult in Ontario may be required to post a bond. Conversely, they discuss circumstances under which posting such a bond may not be required. Contact Us: info@hullandhull.com

This week on Hull on Estates, Doreen So and Darien Murray discuss Justice Charney’s decision in Jackson v Rosenberg which provides a great summary of the basic property law concepts that are at the core of much litigation. This case also provides a warning of the downside of a very popular estate planning technique.

This week on Hull on Estates, Stuart Clark and James Macfarlane discuss the recent decision of Justice Myers in , in which His Honour addresses the application of the law of minimum evidentiary threshold in will challenge litigation.

This week on Hull on Estates, Natalia Angelini and Mark Lahn discuss the recent motion in Marcy v. Marcy. This motion dealt with the appropriate use of cautions in estates matters and the implications of section 9 of the Estates Administration Act.

This week on Hull on Estates, Jonathon Kappy and Daniel Boucher, provide a refresher on multiple wills, how they can be used, and how they can backfire.  Follow us on social media: If you have any questions about an Estate matter, contact us at info@hullandhull.com.

This week on Hull on Estates, Nick Esterbauer and Zahra Attir discuss the circumstances under which applicants applying for various Certificates of Appointment of Estate Trustees are required to post estate administration bonds. Conversely, they discuss circumstances under which posting such bonds may not be required. Follow us on social media: If you have any questions about an Estate matter, contact us at info@hullandhull.com.

In today's episode, Doreen So and Diana McBey discuss , and how the Court may, in the right circumstances, protect a Deceased's medical privacy from those wishing to challenge their Will. Follow us on social media: If you have any questions about an Estate matter, contact us at info@hullandhull.com.

This week on Hull on Estates, Stuart Clark and Aaron Chan discuss the concept of insulating claims that may otherwise be statute-barred if brought within a passing of accounts with reference to the decisions of Schutz Estate (Re) 2023 ONSC 3959 and Wall v. Shaw 2018 ONCA 929. Follow us on social media: If you have any questions about an Estate matter, contact us at info@hullandhull.com.

Natalia Angelini and Sydney Osmar review recent decisions out of the Superior Court of Justice regarding the application and interpretation of new substantial compliance legislation, section 21.1(1) of the Succession Law Reform Act. Succession law reform act: Vojska v Ostrowaki, 2023 ONSC 3894 Cruz v Public Guardian and Trustee, 2023 ONSC 3629 SCJ Estate of Harold Franklin Campbell (Re), 2023 ONSC 4315   Follow us on social media: If you have any questions about an Estate matter, contact us at info@hullandhull.com.

This week on Hull on Estates, and , discuss the case surrounding Aretha Franklin's will and the impact a jury trial has on a will challenge. They discuss the importance of properly planning and communicating one's wishes to avoid confusion and disputes among beneficiaries.   Follow us on social media: If you have any questions about an Estate matter, contact us at info@hullandhull.com.

This week on Hull on Estates, and dive into the depths of Ontario’s Declarations of Death Act, 2002, as they explore the intersection of the Titan Submersible and the legal complexities surrounding presumed deaths. Join them as they navigate through the murky waters of determining and defining death in the modern world.

This week on Hull on Estates, Doreen So and Darien Murray discuss a case which examines the ability of Attorneys for Property to sell property that is the subject of a specific testamentary gift. They consider the statutory framework surrounding this issue, as well as the wider obligations of Attorneys for Property.   Follow us on social media: LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram

This week on Hull On Estates, and review the case of , which is a cautionary tale for those acting as a Power of Attorney who make gifts to themselves. This case deals with issues commonly encountered in both estate and POA litigation that those who practice in the area won't want to miss.

This week on Hull on Estates, and discuss Gorgi v Ihnatowych, 2023 ONSC 1803, and how an expansive approach to rectification may fit into a trend toward giving effect to well-documented testamentary intentions.