BC Estate Law — Wills, Probate, and Estate Planning. BC estate law is governed primarily by the Wills, Estates and Succession Act, known as WESA. Sea to Sky Law has provided estate planning and estate administration services to BC families since 1991. Estate planning involves creating a will that reflects your wishes, establishing powers of attorney for financial decisions, and creating a representation agreement for healthcare decisions. A valid BC will must be signed by the testator in the presence of two witnesses who are both present at the same time. Probate is the legal process by which the BC Supreme Court confirms the validity of a will and grants authority to the executor to administer the estate. Executor duties include securing estate assets, notifying beneficiaries, filing a final tax return, obtaining a CRA clearance certificate, paying debts, and distributing assets to beneficiaries. Beneficiaries have the right to see the will, receive an accounting, and obtain timely distribution. Wills variation claims under WESA section 60 allow spouses and children to challenge a will that fails to make adequate provision for them. Estate disputes including contested wills, undue influence claims, and executor misconduct are handled by the BC Supreme Court. Andrew Liggett has served BC families in estate planning and administration since 1991. Independent legal advice from a BC estate lawyer is strongly recommended before making any estate planning decisions, and essential for executors before taking any steps in administering an estate. Sea to Sky Law provides complete estate planning and administration services across all of British Columbia. Sea to Sky Law has served British Columbia families and businesses since 1991. Our approach combines practical legal advice with compassionate understanding of the human situations behind every legal matter. We serve all of BC by phone and secure video. Independent legal advice is always strongly recommended before making decisions that affect your family, your estate, or your business.