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Please find below frequently asked questions and answers that will help you in completing the Will and Power of Attorney question form.
1) Who should I name as my Primary Executor?
If you are married your spouse would normally be named as Primary Executor. If you are single you may wish to name an immediate relative who you feel confident will outlive you.
2) Who should be my alternate Executor?
If your Primary Executor cannot act then you should name a back up Executor. It should be someone you trust. It could be your children or immediate relatives or very close friends.
3) What are some general consideration re: Executors?
Executors have to be over 18 and should be responsible and a person of trust. You can name two Executors if you wish an have them act " jointly " or " Separately ".
4) I am Married with children and need some advice on how to plan my Will... What do most people do?
Most people would make their spouse their Primary Executor and appoint their children if over the age of 18 as their Alternate Executor. If you children are under 18 you may wish to appoint a close family member as your alternate Executor such as your brother or sister. You will then give all your Estate upon your death to your spouse and if your spouse is not alive your Estate would be divided equally between your children. If you have children under the age of 18 you may want to appoint a Guardian who will take care of their daily lives until your children are 18 years old. Your Alternate Executor and Guardian can be two different people or the same person depending on your wishes.
5) I am confused and I have questions that I need answered before I can fill out my Will and Power of Attorney form. How do I get help?
You can contact Mr. Bukhari by completing a Legal Services Request Form and asking him your questions or you can call 905-680-1912 if you are living in the Niagara Area. If you are outside of the Niagara Area you can call toll free at 1-866-801-1472
6) How long does it take for my Will to be processed?
Wills are processed in order of receipt based on volume.
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