As family structures become increasingly complex, so to do the legal issues that arise in estate litigation.
This webinar will examine the evolving definition of “dependant” and the challenges posed by non-traditional claimants, including the rights of common law spouses seeking dependant relief from an estate and the legal implications of multi-parental arrangements, where a child may have more than two parents and potentially claim against multiple estates. We will also explore posthumous claims brought by secret or estranged children, often unknown to the family until after the deceased’s death, including a child’s claim as creditor for unpaid child support. For practitioners, the session will address important considerations such as limitation periods and litigation costs when advising estates or potential claimants.
Join us for a practical and forward-looking discussion on how estate law is adapting to the complexities of modern family dynamics.
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
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Other Events in the 2025 Estate Litigation Series
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 “Beyond the Will: Managing Dependant Claims, Modern Family Dynamics, and Unexpected Heirs - November 20, 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[email protected]
