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Vest Estate Law Vest Estate Law helps with Estate Planning, Wills, Personal Directives & Enduring Power of Attorney. Proudly serving Alberta and B.C.

Get comprehensive personal estate plans that preserve your wealth and promote family harmony.

We know it's tempting to turn to AI to draft a Will, but here's why you really shouldn't. Some of the things AI gets wro...
06/17/2026

We know it's tempting to turn to AI to draft a Will, but here's why you really shouldn't. Some of the things AI gets wrong when making a Will:

- Lacks legal judgment
- Unable to account for complex family situations
- Omits required clauses
- Misses critical tax planning opportunities

Learn more here: 👉 https://vestestatelawyers.com/blog/ab/can-ai-write-your-will/ 👈


⚖️ Here's why this court ruling matters in plain language:Unlike a gift made during your lifetime, a beneficiary designa...
06/15/2026

⚖️ Here's why this court ruling matters in plain language:

Unlike a gift made during your lifetime, a beneficiary designation takes effect on death, NOT before. That distinction is legally significant. It means that a properly completed beneficiary designation will generally be respected and honoured as intended (unless there is a separate basis to challenge it, such as undue influence or lack of capacity).

The takeaway for anyone with registered plans?

✅ Review and update your beneficiary designations: Life changes, and your designations should reflect that
✅ Make sure they are consistent with your Will: Inconsistencies can create confusion, conflict, and unintended outcomes
✅ Record your intentions carefully: Clarity now prevents disputes later

A beneficiary designation form may feel like a small administrative detail. But it can have an enormous impact on who actually receives your assets (and whether your wishes are carried out the way you intended).

Questions? Reach out here: 👉 https://vestestatelawyers.com/get-estate-law-help-in-western-canada/ 👈
📞 Call us: +1 (877) 448-3131.

Dying intestate (aka dying without a Will) can have major financial and legal consequences for your loved ones. If you h...
06/12/2026

Dying intestate (aka dying without a Will) can have major financial and legal consequences for your loved ones. If you have minor children, or a blended family, having no Will can cause difficulties and lasting implications for both guardian and children alike. Swipe through to learn more about what happens exactly when one passed away without a Will in British Columbia.

Don't have a Will? Or have questions about estate planning?
Book a consultation with an estate professional here: 👉 https://vestestatelawyers.com/get-estate-law-help-in-western-canada/ 👈

Or, call us here: 📞 Call us: +1 (877) 448-3131.

Priorities, priorities. We get it. Making time to think about tough decisions isn’t exactly fun, but our estate professi...
06/10/2026

Priorities, priorities. We get it. Making time to think about tough decisions isn’t exactly fun, but our estate professionals can make the process as painless as possible.

We’re here to help when you’re ready to take the first step.

Quote of the day. 💬 Paying the bills. Booking the dentist appointments. How often do we get so caught up in the busyness...
06/08/2026

Quote of the day. 💬 Paying the bills. Booking the dentist appointments. How often do we get so caught up in the busyness of life that we forget to zoom out and look at the bigger picture?

At Vest Estate Law, the "big thing" we help people think about is this: What's your legacy, and will your loved ones be taken care of after you're gone?

That's not planning for death. That's planning for the life you've built.

✨ Ready to start your estate plan? Reach out to our team today. Link in bio, or 📞 call us: +1 (877) 448-3131.

💔 This is one of the most widely believed misconceptions we encounter, and it can have serious, heartbreaking consequenc...
06/05/2026

💔 This is one of the most widely believed misconceptions we encounter, and it can have serious, heartbreaking consequences for families across Alberta and BC.

Let's set the record straight: Without the proper legal documents, nobody (not your spouse, not your adult children, not your closest family member) has automatic legal authority to manage your finances, property, or healthcare decisions if you lose mental capacity.

In Alberta, make sure you have:
📄 An Enduring Power of Attorney — for financial and property decisions
📄 A Personal Directive — for healthcare and personal decisions

In BC, make sure you have:
📄 An Enduring Power of Attorney — for financial and property decisions
📄 A Representation Agreement — for personal care and healthcare decisions

Don't wait for a crisis to start the conversation.
📞 Call us: +1 (877) 448-3131

Or, fill out the intake form here;👉 https://vestestatelawyers.com/get-estate-law-help-in-western-canada/ 👈

Being an Executor is hard enough. Don't make it a scavenger hunt. 😅 Help your loved ones by keeping an 'In Case of Emerg...
06/03/2026

Being an Executor is hard enough. Don't make it a scavenger hunt. 😅 Help your loved ones by keeping an 'In Case of Emergency' folder with everything they need. Your future Executor will thank you (and maybe even get a full night's sleep).

Avoid family estate disputes over sentimental items. It seems like a simple question, but in the world of estate law, se...
06/01/2026

Avoid family estate disputes over sentimental items. It seems like a simple question, but in the world of estate law, sentimental items are often the spark that ignites a long-standing family dispute.

Whether you’re in BC or Alberta, documenting your personal belongings is about more than just moving objects from one person to another. It’s about preserving your story and protecting your family’s peace.

Swipe through to learn our best practices for documenting your treasures and preventing family conflict before it starts. ➡️

Questions? Book a consultation: 👉 https://vestestatelawyers.com/get-estate-law-help-in-western-canada/ 👈

📞 Or, Call us: 1-877-448-3131

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