Contentious Estates in BC

  • When: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 8:00 PM Coordinated Universal Time

  • Length: 60 minutes

  • Where: Online, via webinar

The time after a loved one passes away is tough on everyone involved, especially when the process involves delays, disagreements or disinheritance. Whether you’re frustrated by how long probate is taking or you’ve been left out of a will altogether, there may be questions that keep you up at night and you have nowhere to go for answers. If you want to learn more about contentious estates, join us for our free webinar with lawyers Aaron Pearl and Emily Davies of Clark Wilson LLP. They will answer questions about executor duties, disagreement among beneficiaries, and challenges to vary a will. 

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Aaron Pearl

Aaron Pearl

Aaron is a lawyer at Clark Wilson LLP in Vancouver. He practices in estates and trusts and elder law. Estates litigation can be highly emotional and all-consuming for all parties involved. Aaron is a strong advocate for his clients during these challenging times, guiding them through the difficult steps of their complex legal files with an empathetic approach. Aaron has gone through rigorous training with the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) program to earn his trust and estate practitioner designation.

Emily Davies

Emily Davies

Emily is a lawyer at Clark Wilson LLP in Vancouver. She practices in estates and trusts. She supports her clients as they work through the difficult process of litigating a loved one’s estate or trust. Her goal is to give them peace of mind knowing that their legal affairs will be handled. She enjoys getting to the root of her clients’ legal challenges and examining their needs to help find an efficient and creative solution.

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