If you’ve recently lost a loved one and need to settle their estate in Alberta, Alberta Probate: A Practical Guide explains what probate is, when it’s required, and how a personal representative (executor) can move forward lawfully and efficiently with help from Warnock & Associates, an Airdrie law firm serving Rocky View County and the [...]
Blended families are increasingly common in today’s society, and with them come unique legal challenges when it comes to managing inheritance and protecting loved ones. At Warnock & Associates, our experienced team helps Airdrie and Alberta families navigate these complexities through effective estate planning for blended families in Alberta. Proper planning ensures fairness, clarity, and [...]
A legally valid and up-to-date will is one of the most important tools in estate planning. At Warnock & Associates, we often remind our clients that their will is not a “set it and forget it” document. In Alberta, several life events — such as marriage, divorce, birth of children, or a change in financial [...]
Move quickly, gather proof, and safeguard your inheritance with informed legal strategy. This comprehensive guide explains when and how beneficiaries or dependants can contest a will in Alberta, the strict six‑month limitation period after probate, and the step‑by‑step process Warnock & Associates uses to protect families in Calgary and Airdrie. When Can You Challenge a Will? Contesting [...]
Planning for Your Future with Confidence and Clarity Life is unpredictable, and planning for unforeseen circumstances is essential to ensure that your personal, financial, and medical affairs are managed according to your wishes if you become unable to make decisions for yourself. In Alberta, this is achieved through two crucial legal documents: the Power of [...]
The Importance of Estates and Wills: Protect Your Legacy in Alberta A will is more than just a document—it’s a way to ensure your wishes are honored and your loved ones are protected. Creating a will may not be the most exciting task, but it’s one of the most important. Without a valid will, your [...]
