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It is the goal of the firm to settle all
matters in an estate as quickly as possible. In most cases, this can be done within six
to nine months after the death of the Testator. Sometimes waiting for the
Clearance Certificate from Revenue Canada can prolong matters. But even while
waiting for the Clearance Certificate, an interim distribution can usually be
done. Of course, there are situations where complications arise and matters are
delayed.
To learn more about what the Estate Trustee does
and what the Estate Lawyer does in the administration of an estate, please click
here to see a List of Duties which was prepared by Norman Pickell.
To find out what the Estate Trustee (formerly
known as the "Executor") needs to do to prepare the Estate Accounts,
please click here.
Disputes often occur among family members and
other beneficiaries over someone's will. Mediation is an excellent way to
resolve these types of disputes. If you would like to read an article on the
advantages of mediation in estate matters, please click
here.
For other information on estate administration,
including Clearance Certificates and Survivor Benefits, please click
here.
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