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4 Types of Major Disputes Covered by Trust Litigation Services

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“Jason and Mike lost their father a few days ago. While they were mourning the loss of their beloved father, they were curious about what their father had left them in the will. The will was disclosed and executed. On one hand, Mike was pleased with what his father had left for him. On the other hand, Jason felt gutted. He felt the distribution of assets was unfair, resulting in a dispute among the brothers. To resolve this dispute, Mike hired trust litigation. The process was complicated. However, in the end, Mike proved his rightful ownership of the assets.” What you read above is not uncommon. In most instances, family members tend to quarrel over the distribution of assets. Even if the will stipulates the distribution of assets, family members disagree with it, causing disputes. If you are going through the same situation and want to build a strong representation, hire trust litigation Barrie services.

real estate lawyers BarrieTrust litigation services cover a wide range of legal disputes. This type of legal service includes creating the right strategy to solve the dispute and get the best possible positive outcome.

Here are the types of disputes trust litigation services cover.

Disputes amongst trustees

A disagreement about the trustee’s decisions and actions, breach of fiduciary duties, and asset mismanagement may cause disputes amongst the members. Trust litigation aims to resolve these disputes.

Trust and will challenges

As mentioned in the above scenario, if any party feels improper execution of the will and questions the will or trust validity, trust litigation services can help handle the dispute.

Estate Administration

Disputes may arise if there is dissatisfaction with the valuation and distribution of assets. It may include the distribution of real estate properties. If there is any dispute over real estate properties, real estate lawyers Barrie can combine their expertise with trust litigation lawyers.litigation Barrie services

Rights of beneficiaries

Disputes may arise if you believe there is an unfair distribution of the assets or lack of enough rights to the beneficiaries. Trust litigation services can help ensure beneficiaries have the necessary rights during the execution of the will and trust. In addition to these disputes, trust litigation services include interpreting and rectifying wills, high-value and complex disputes, substituting or removing trustees, and more.

We at Owen & Associates Law can offer trust litigation services in the region. Our lawyers are highly experienced and have worked at solving such complex disputes. Moreover, trust litigation lawyers can collaborate with other legal professionals, such as a Barrie divorce lawyer, to navigate different aspects of the disputes. Get in touch with us now to learn more about how we can help you navigate trust litigation disputes.

Can I Deny Access to My Children to My Ex-Spouse?

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Are you in the process of getting a divorce from your spouse? Do you have children? Do you suspect your ex-spouse to be dangerous to your child? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, this blog post is for you. Divorces between couples who don’t have a child yet are easier to resolve. However, when children are involved in the process, the court considers the child’s best interests. One of the common questions that people ask their divorce lawyer Barrie is, “Can I deny access to my children to my ex-spouse?” [Read more…]

Four Reasons Why Mediation is a Financially Savvy Choice

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Do you have conflicts with your spouse? Do these conflicts seem to be irreconcilable? If so, you might think of filing for divorce. To live and continue the relationship when you have differences with your spouse can be complicated. You might see divorce as the only option. You might have already searched for a professional divorce lawyer Barrie. However, a professional, honest, certified divorce lawyer might tell you to explore other ways to resolve conflicts to avoid hefty costs. They might suggest you try mediation to resolve issues and better navigate your marriage. [Read more…]

How Divorce Impacts Your Business?

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Do you want to file for divorce? If so, it might be difficult to make such a life-changing decision. It can impact your emotional and mental well-being. However, that’s not the only aspect taking a hit during divorce. Your assets, especially your business, will also be impacted by the divorce proceedings in addition to any other asset you own. [Read more…]

Understanding Child Support in Barrie

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If you are going through a divorce, it can be difficult emotionally to even fathom how your life will be once the details are finalized. But amidst this emotional chaos, don’t forget your children.

Barrie Divorce Lawyer

Barrie Divorce Lawyer

If you have children from your marriage, you need to consider their requirements after the divorce is finalized. This includes child support to ensure the child’s needs are fulfilled. A Barrie divorce lawyer will ensure that there are provisions for your children. However, you must understand what is covered under child support and how you can modify it moving forward. [Read more…]

Co-Parenting Made Easy with These 5 Tips

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Are you taking consultation from a professional Barrie divorce lawyer to ensure successful proceedings allowing you to separate from your partner? If so, you might be going through a challenging time emotionally and mentally.

Barrie Divorce Lawyer

Barrie Divorce Lawyer

In addition to separating from your spouse, you must think about your children (if you have any). Children are heavily affected by their parent’s divorce and question whether they will get enough time with each parent. After all, children don’t understand the reasons behind your divorce. All they want is to have both of their parents with them. Hence, you need to develop a child custody plan to establish co-parenting with your ex-spouse. Child custody lawyers Barrie can help you in this process. However, there are certain things you and your ex-spouse can do to ensure your children get time with both parents. [Read more…]

4 Things to Know About Division of Assets During Divorce

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Are you heading for divorce? If so, we understand that it can be an emotionally challenging time for you. However, if separating from your spouse is the best way to lead a happy and fulfilled life, you mustn’t feel hesitant to move forward.

Barrie Divorce Lawyer

Barrie Divorce Lawyer

And having a professional divorce lawyer Barrie can be highly beneficial, especially, when it comes to understanding the division of assets between you and your ex-spouse.

Here’s what you should know about the division of assets during divorce.

  • Every Canadian province has different rules and regulations for the division of assets during divorce. Hence, it is important to understand the rules specific to your province.
  • The division of assets during divorce happens according to the Family Law Act. According to this law, both parties in the marriage are considered equal and no spouse gets any kind of financial privilege. Hence, if one partner took care of the household and the other brought income into the house, they both would be considered equal in the eyes of law based on their contributions.
  • When dividing assets during divorce, the division will happen based on the total value of the property and the total income bought by both spouses in the house. The final value will be equally distributed amongst the spouses following the equitable distributions provision according to the Family Law Act.
  • The provisions also consider if the profit on the property was significantly increased in the past years. If so, the profit will be equally divided between the spouses irrespective of who bought the property.

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4 Pieces of Information You Shouldn’t Hide from Your Divorce Lawyer

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Are you looking for a divorce lawyer Barrie? If so, we can’t even imagine the pain and distress you might be going through at this moment. But know that with the right divorce lawyer by your side, the process can get easier and less emotionally overwhelming. 

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Protect Your Credit Score with These Three Steps During a Divorce

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“One fine morning Melissa received a huge credit card bill. She was bewildered with who spent so much on the joint credit card with her husband! On investigation, she found out that it was her husband. Or let’s say her ex-spouse! 

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