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From Planning to Problems: How Good Intentions Lead to Estate Disputes

Estate Litigation Series 2025
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Overview

Behind many estate disputes are planning decisions that seemed harmless, until they weren’t. Whether it’s a DIY will, a poorly chosen executor, or unclear intentions around joint assets, these common missteps can lead to costly litigation and fractured families. This webinar will walk through the top planning pitfalls that trigger disputes and offer practical strategies to help you spot and address them before they escalate.

Don’t miss this session designed to help you navigate complex estate issues with greater clarity and confidence, whether you're advising clients or planning ahead for yourself.

Agenda

  • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET Webinar and Q&A
  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am PT
  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am MT

Cost

This webinar is complimentary

Materials and Webinar Recording: If you are unable to attend the webinar but wish to receive the materials and webinar recording after, please click the "Materials and Webinar Recording" option at bottom of this page.

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1Hours Available Via Webinar
This program is eligible for up to 1 hour of Substantive content with the Law Society of Ontario.

This program contains 1 hour of accredited content for the purposes of the Law Society of British Columbia’s annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. The session has been loaded with the LSBC and is titled “From Planning to Problems: How Good Intentions Lead to Estate Disputes - September 10, 2025”. It is available for claiming through your LSBC Member Portal.

A confirmation of participation will be sent to you for your continuing education hours with the Barreau du Québec.

For CPD/CLE in other jurisdictions, please contact your local Law Society.

Event Contact

Andrea Tulloch Marketing Events Manager +1 416 868 3329

Speakers

  • Alex Kotkas, Partner | Managing Partner, Alberta Region, Calgary, AB | Tsuut'ina, AB, +1 403 261 5358, [email protected]
  • Eric B. Clavier, Partner | Wills, Trusts & Estate Litigation, Vancouver, BC, +1 604 631 4793, [email protected]
  • Jonathan F. Lancaster, Partner | Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Toronto, ON, +1 416 865 4479, [email protected]
Alex Kotkas, Partner | Managing Partner, Alberta Region Alex Kotkas Partner | Managing Partner, Alberta Region Calgary, AB Tsuut'ina, AB +1 403 261 5358
Eric B. Clavier, Partner | Wills, Trusts & Estate Litigation Eric B. Clavier Partner | Wills, Trusts & Estate Litigation Vancouver, BC +1 604 631 4793
Jonathan F Lancaster Toronto Lawyer Jonathan F. Lancaster Partner | Litigation and Dispute Resolution Toronto, ON +1 416 865 4479

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