In most cases, no. A Power of Attorney for Property in Ontario cannot take money for themselves unless the document specifically allows it or the law permits it in very limited circumstances. This issue often arises when family members begin to question financial...
When Is Guardianship Necessary in Ontario? Guardianship becomes necessary in Ontario when an adult is no longer capable of managing their finances or personal care decisions and no suitable Power of Attorney is in place to make those decisions on their behalf....
Joint accounts are often set up with good intentions. A parent wants to make life easier for an adult child. A spouse wants to simplify access to money. Someone experiencing declining health wants help paying bills. At first glance, adding another person to a bank...
Handwritten wills, also known as holograph wills, often surface when someone passes away unexpectedly or without formal legal assistance. While these wills may appear informal or incomplete, Ontario law does recognize them—under certain conditions. At Kimel Law Group,...
For many Canadians, estate planning feels like a task to put off for another day. Shockingly, over half of Canadians do not have a will, leaving their loved ones vulnerable to unnecessary legal and emotional challenges. At Kimel Law Group, we often see the unfortunate...
Safeguarding Digital Legacies: Protecting and Managing Digital Assets in Ontario Estate Planning In today’s digital age, our lives are increasingly entwined with technology. From social media accounts to online banking, digital assets have become an integral...
