With over 35 years of estate litigation experience, Darychuk Law provides personalized advice that suits the outcomes you are most comfortable with. We offer legal advice that is sensitive to your needs and family dynamic. Based in New Westminster, British Columbia, we provide legal services for individuals throughout our community, including the Tri-Cities area - Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam and Port Moody.
Estate law is not about changing the wishes of the testator. It's about protecting surviving family members who have been left disadvantaged by the will of the deceased. Whether it's accepting a settlement offer, using mediation, or defending your position in court, our firm will outline the potential risks you may face, and the best routes to pursue your goals.
Estate law is not about changing the wishes of the testator. It's about protecting surviving family members who have been left disadvantaged by the will of the deceased. Whether it's accepting a settlement offer, using mediation, or defending your position in court, our firm will outline the potential risks you may face, and the best routes to pursue your goals.
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At Darychuk Law, we are focused on assisting you to pursue the outcomes that you want to see out of an estate dispute. We make sure you understand the amount of risk involved with litigating your case. Whether it's negotiating a settlement, needing solid advice for mediation or defending your rights in court, we want you to be prepared for all possible outcomes, so you can make an informed decision on how to proceed.
Parents and spouses may put a lot of thought into what they want to leave their children or partners in a will. Sometimes their wishes may contain oversights, unequal treatment or in some cases the complete neglect of a surviving family member. British Columbia estate laws allow surviving family members to apply for a will variation if an estate has been unfairly distributed.
In order to start administering an estate, the will has to be declared valid by the courts. However, there are many situations where the authenticity of a will can be called into question. A witness may have only signed the signature page, or a beneficiary could also have served as a witness. The legal team at Darychuk Law has seen almost every type of question regarding the validity of a will.
Sometimes, a will-maker's last wishes may not be as clear as he or she intended. For instance, a sibling who holds title to his or her parents' property may face challenges from another sibling after their parents' passing. At Darychuk Law, our team has comprehensive knowledge of estate laws to assist you with finding the answers that apply to your situation.
Administering an estate can be a complicated task when the wishes of the will-maker are not clear. Leaving out an immediate family member may have been an oversight. An unexpected beneficiary may be the result of undue pressure or influence. At Darychuk Law, our goal is to resolve these complications by providing legal support to protect your rights.
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Marilyn Hargitt
Aug 23, 2018
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We were extremely happy with the service Dale provided for a very complicated land acquisition matter. He had to deal with a multitude of agencies and authorities, and in all cases proved his ability to maintain a rapport with all, while protecting our best interests. Dale is quick to understand complexities. The outcome was such that we would not hesitate to have Dale represent us again.
