Les Scholly

March 16, 2017

Can You Sell a House Before Probate?

As a lawyer in Medicine Hat practicing in Estate Administration, this question comes up fairly regularly. There are a variety of reasons why an executor wants to sell a home promptly after the deceased’s passing. There may be an offer […]
November 16, 2016

Give the Dough before you Go

When I started writing this article, I was worried my parents might read this and think I cannot wait for them to kick the bucket and I am hoping for their money now.  Truth be told, I really hope they […]
February 22, 2016

Anatomy of Incorporation: Part 2

This is a continuation of my January column in the Medicine Hat News on the Anatomy of Incorporation. To review my last months’ article, click here. In my last article I discussed the Articles of Incorporation and the Bylaws as […]
January 18, 2016

Anatomy of Incorporation: Part 1

In Medicine Hat we appreciate the importance of shopping locally and supporting local business. Many small businesses start off initially as a sole proprietorship. As a business thrives and grows over time, your accountant may tell you it makes sense […]
October 14, 2015

Wills, Wills, Wills

Do you know that between 50% and 66% of Canadians do not have a valid will to direct their executors in carrying out their wishes for dividing their estate upon their death? In previous articles, we have discussed why it […]
June 17, 2015

Protecting Your Wealth

In Medicine Hat, and elsewhere in Alberta, we have seen economic, political and even environmental challenges negatively impact our personal and business assets. These changes can add stress to your relationship with your spouse, your business partner and even your […]
February 19, 2015

Challenging the Will

As our population ages and passes away, concerns about the validity of Wills are becoming more frequent in Medicine Hat and surrounding areas. The financial costs involved to challenge a Will and for the estate to defend the Will, can […]
October 15, 2014

When Fair is not Equal

When you are involved in succession planning, and you have more than one child, your estate planning goals may include how will you treat your children both fairly and equally. When your children were younger, you tried to be fair […]