Estate disputes often involve legal questions, financial interests and difficult family circumstances at the same time.
Hashmi Law Group represents beneficiaries, estate trustees, executors, family members and other interested parties in estate and trust disputes across Ontario.
Clients may live anywhere in Ontario—or outside the province—provided their matter requires Ontario legal services.
Estate Disputes and Litigation We Handle
Our civil-litigation practice assists with contentious estate matters, including:
- Challenges to the validity of a will
- Claims involving testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud or suspicious circumstances
- Disputes over the interpretation of a will or trust
- Claims by dependants for support from an estate
- Disagreements among beneficiaries, executors and estate trustees
- Applications to remove, replace or obtain directions concerning an estate trustee
- Estate-accounting disputes and applications to pass accounts
- Disputes involving powers of attorney, joint assets, beneficiary designations or ownership
- Claims concerning the recovery, preservation or distribution of estate property
- Negotiation, mediation, motions, applications, trials and appeals arising from estate disputes
Early Advice Can Protect Important Rights
Estate disputes can be affected by limitation periods, evidentiary issues and steps taken during administration. Obtaining advice early can help clarify the applicable deadlines, identify relevant documents and determine whether immediate court relief may be required.
Depending on the circumstances, useful records may include prior wills, medical information, financial statements, correspondence, drafting-solicitor records and documents concerning the deceased person’s assets and relationships.
Resolving an Estate Dispute
Not every estate dispute must proceed to trial. A matter may be resolved through disclosure, negotiation, mediation or a court-assisted process. Other cases require urgent relief, a contested application, motions or a trial.
We assess the facts, the available evidence, the value at issue and the likely cost of each procedural option so that clients can make informed decisions.
Courtroom and Litigation Representation
Hashmi Law Group has more than 17 years of legal experience and regularly assists clients with litigation strategy, court documents, conferences, motions, applications, settlement discussions and trials. We focus on practical advice, careful preparation and proportional steps suited to the dispute.
Ontario-Wide Estate Litigation Services
Our offices are located in North York (Toronto) and Mississauga. We accept estate-litigation matters throughout Ontario. Virtual meetings and electronic document exchange allow us to assist clients regardless of where they live, including clients outside Ontario who require advice or representation concerning an Ontario estate.
Why Choose Hashmi Law Group?
- Extensive civil-litigation and courtroom experience
- Practical assessment of legal options, risks, timelines and costs
- Representation for both individuals and estate trustees
- In-person and virtual consultations
- Responsive communication and focused case preparation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is estate litigation?
Estate litigation concerns disputes involving wills, trusts, estate administration, beneficiaries, executors, estate trustees, dependants’ support and ownership of property connected to an estate.
Can a will be challenged in Ontario?
A will may be challenged on legally recognized grounds, which can include lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, improper execution, fraud or suspicious circumstances. Whether a challenge is viable depends on the evidence and the applicable law.
Can an executor or estate trustee be removed?
An Ontario court may remove or replace an estate trustee in appropriate circumstances. The court’s primary concern is generally the proper administration and protection of the estate, not simply disagreement among family members.
Do estate disputes have to go to trial?
No. Many matters resolve through negotiation or mediation, but some require court orders or a trial. The appropriate path depends on the issues, evidence, urgency and willingness of the parties to reach a fair resolution.
Can you assist me if I do not live in Toronto or Mississauga?
Yes. We accept Ontario estate-litigation matters from clients throughout the province and from clients elsewhere who require Ontario legal services.
Speak With an Ontario Estate Litigation Lawyer
If you are involved in a dispute concerning a will, an estate trustee, estate property or the administration of an Ontario estate, contact Hashmi Law Group to discuss the next steps. Book a legal consultation or contact our office.
This page provides general information and is not legal advice. Legal rights and deadlines depend on the circumstances of each matter.
