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16 October 2026

Avoiding Probate In Ontario: Risks Of Adding Children To Title (Video)

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Should you add your adult children to your property title to avoid probate in Ontario? This estate planning decision can have consequences beyond probate costs.
Canada Ontario Family and Matrimonial

Should you add your adult children to your property title to avoid probate in Ontario? This estate planning decision can have consequences beyond probate costs.

Jillian Bowman, a family and estates lawyer at Devry Smith Frank LLP, discusses potential risks and why legal advice matters before making changes to property ownership.

The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.

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