Matthew Urback
250 University Ave. Suite 700 M5H 3E5 Toronto, ON, Canada

Very excited to be kicking off the Canadian Association of Gift Planner's Leave a Legacy Series at the Toronto Reference Library on Thursday, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. Join us for "Where There's a Will: Avoid Estate Planning Mistakes. Come one come all, and reserve your seat!

Very excited to be kicking off the Canadian Association of Gift Planner's Leave a Legacy Series at the Toronto Reference Library on Thursday, May 16 at 1:30 p.m. Join us for "Where There's a Will: Avoid Estate Planning Mistakes. Come one come all, and reserve your seat!

It's really easy to make estate planning mistakes. I list the five biggest ones I've come across. https://www.advocatedaily.com/matthew-urback-top-five-estat

Understanding the basics about wills:

Common sense needs to make a comeback when it comes to powers of attorney. I discuss how "risk-aversion" can undermine the whole idea of powers of attorney in this Financial Post article: https://business.financialpost.com//common-sense-needs-to-

While there have been a lot of stories recently about celebrities dying without estate plans in place, there is someone who did it right:

Aretha Franklin has a $80 Million Estate. But she doesn't have a Will. There's a lot to learn from this. https://buff.ly/2poDnZr

I was interviewed by CBC Radio in Windsor about what happens to your online presence after death. There are a number of things to keep in mind if you wish to secure your online legacy: https://buff.ly/2MJKOHQ

We can learn plenty from the fight over Charles Manson's estate. (Actually.)

ICYMI, late last year, I wrote about the convoluted and (and very messy!) area of tendering law. There is a lot to keep in mind for both owners and bidders.

Consider urging your loved ones to make important financial and personal care decisions while they are still capable. Even a question as to capacity creates a difficult legal sphere to navigate.

Traditionally, pets have been treated just as any other type of property. However, the times may be starting to change.

It's good to know how wills are commonly challenged. Knowing why challenges take place is a very important step towards prevention

Elder abuse is becoming more common, but more difficult to spot. I discuss why that is: