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Estates and Trusts Litigation<\/h1>\n\n\n

Resolving estates and trusts disputes with expertise and efficiency<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Miller Thomson, our Estates and Trusts Litigation Group handles a wide range of complex disputes related to wills, trusts, capacity issues, and estate and trust administration. We provide strategic advocacy and representation for high-net-worth individuals, beneficiaries, trustees, financial institutions, trust companies, and charities. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Client-focused approach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We understand the personal and sensitive nature of estates and trusts disputes. That’s why we prioritize resolving these matters efficiently and effectively, tailoring our approach to each client’s unique circumstances. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Comprehensive legal support\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a full-service national law firm, we have the resources and expertise to handle even the most complex estates and trusts cases. Our lawyers collaborate with colleagues in other practice areas, such as corporate, real estate, and tax law, to provide comprehensive and specialized legal advice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our expertise\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Will challenges <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Dependant support claims <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Contested passings of accounts <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Guardianship and protective supervision applications <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Power of attorney protection mandates and capacity disputes <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Trustee disputes <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Variation of trusts <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Removal or replacement of trustees <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Breach of trust and breach of fiduciary duty <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Solicitor\u2019s negligence <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Advising estate trustees during litigation and other fiduciaries <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Industry recognition\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Our lawyers are highly ranked in leading national and international publications, including Chambers High Net Worth Guide, Martindale-Hubbell, Who\u2019s Who Legal: Canada, Best Lawyers in Canada\u00ae<\/sup>, and Lexpert\u00ae<\/sup>. We were honoured to be named 2026 Law Firm of the Year for “exceptional performance and client service\u201d in Trusts and Estates by Best Lawyers \u2013 Best Law Firms\u2122 in Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    At Miller Thomson, our Estates and Trusts Litigation Group handles a wide range of complex disputes related to wills, trusts, capacity issues, and estate and trust administration. 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