ADVOCATE AND INFORMATION BROKER FOR WILLS, ESTATES AND TRUSTS

The CBA Wills, Estates and Trusts Section is the CBA’s voice on all issues related to the law and practice in the areas of wills, trusts, estates and adult mental incapacity. Our mandate covers:

• Estate planning and administration
• Tax matters related to wills, estates and trusts
• Contentious and litigious issues in this area of practice
• Courts dealing with these issues, including their establishment, jurisdiction, procedure, organization and administration
• Practice of lawyers before the courts

Our Section liaises regularly with:

• Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association
• Canadian Bankers Association

Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved:

• Submit an article
• Contribute to our submissions
• Attend our events and professional development opportunities
• Join the dialogue in our listserv
• Provide input to the CBA Federal Courts Bench and Bar Liaison Committee and the CBA Tax Court Bench and Bar Liaison Committee
• Nominate someone for a CBA award

Stay Informed

• Read our latest news
• Access our Succession Law Tables of Concordance for help with cross-jurisdictional matters  
• Access our submissions and resolutions
• Receive a copy of the Canadian Donor’s Guide
• Upgrade your knowledge with the CBA Skilled Lawyer Series
• Visit CBA PracticeLink for practice tips and resources

Questions? Feel free to contact us!

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