Navigating Conflicts. Protecting Rights. Preserving Legacies.

Estate disputes often arise at a time of grief, transition, and emotional vulnerability. At these difficult times, families may face confusion or conflict over a loved one’s final wishes. Whether due to unclear intentions, family tensions, or concerns about fairness, litigation involving a deceased person’s estate can become complex and contentious. Our estate litigation team provides strategic advocacy for beneficiaries, executors, and other interested parties.

What is Estate Litigation?

Estate litigation involves legal challenges related to the administration, distribution, or interpretation of a deceased person’s estate. These disputes are adjudicated in the Supreme Court of British Columbia and governed primarily by the Wills, Estates and Succession Act (WESA), the Patients Property Act, and the Trustee Act.

Common estate litigation matters include:

• Disagreements over the validity or interpretation of a will
• Claims for inadequate provision under the will
• Allegations of executor misconduct
• Disputes over incapacity, undue influence, or fraud
• Applications to appoint a committee for an incapable adult

Our Services

At Pax Law Corporation, we offer strategic advocacy in a wide range of estate litigation matters, including:

• Probate Disputes – Whether contesting or defending a grant of probate or administration.
• Will Variation Claims – Representing spouses or children who have been unfairly treated or left out.
• Challenging Will Validity – Addressing concerns of undue influence, fraud, or mental incapacity.
• Executor-Beneficiary Disputes – Resolving conflicts over asset distribution, delays, or lack of transparency.
• Committeeship Applications – Helping families seek legal authority to make decisions for incapacitated adults.

Our team combines legal precision with compassionate counsel. We know how important it is to not only resolve the dispute but to preserve dignity and peace of mind for those involved.

If you are involved in or anticipating an estate dispute, contact us today to schedule a consultation. We will review your situation and provide clear, personalized legal advice rooted in British Columbia law.