By the Legal Education Society of Alberta You are appointed as an Attorney under an Enduring Power of Attorney [EPA]. This position brings great responsibilities. An Attorney named in an EPA is not a lawyer; “Attorney” refers to the person that is appointed in a…
Year: 2016
Legal Duties of an Executor or Administrator of an Estate
By Surrogate Laws of Alberta Making arrangements for the disposition of the body and for funeral, memorial or other similar services. Determining the names and addresses of those beneficially entitled to the estate property and notifying them of their interests. Arranging with a bank, trust…
Legal Duties of a Lawyer for an Executor or Administrator of an Estate
By Surrogate Laws of Alberta Receiving instructions from the personal representatives. Giving the personal representatives information and advice on all matters in connection with the administration of the estate, including the following: the basis for the lawyer’s fees for the different categories of legal services;…