I am involved in a family law dispute, should I change my will?

The answer to this question is likely yes. If you are involved in a family law dispute, even if you and your spouse have settled all of the issues in your family law matter amicably, you should likely have a new will (and powers of attorney) drawn up.

A will sets out how a person would like his or her assets distributed upon his or her death. A power of attorney sets out who you would like to appoint as an attorney to act on your behalf. An attorney is a person or persons whom you appoint to carry out your wishes during your lifetime.

A separation and divorce does not nullify your will or undermine the validity of your will. Nonetheless, once you are separated you will likely find that its terms are no longer appropriate. For example, while you were married you may have left items to your spouse. In view of the separation, you may now want to leave these items to your children or to another loved one.

At Krol & Krol, we provide guidance with respect to family law estate planning so that you can properly plan how your assets will be distributed upon your death.

The solicitors at Krol & Krol have experience with a broad range of family law issues in Ontario, as well as issues with respect to wills and estates. For a consultation with one of our solicitors with respect to a family law issue in Ontario, call 905.707.3370 today.