I want to be an organ donor when I die. Is this something I must include in my Will or is it sufficient to tell someone or just have it noted on my drivers licence?

Estates, Uncategorized

Although you should certainly share your decision with family members so that they are aware of your wishes, you must register with the Organ Donor Registry to be an organ donor in British Columbia. The Organ Donor Registry replaces all previous ways of recording your wishes, including signing up through your B.C. Driver’s Licence or…

I have been told by your office that if I bring my elderly mother in to see you for a Power of Attorney, I will have to stay in the waiting room. I am not very happy about that. Can you tell me why I can’t come in?

Power of Attorney, Uncategorized

There are a number of reasons. Firstly, because I have to determine whether she has capacity to give a Power of Attorney. In order for someone to give Power of Attorney, they must have a very high level of capacity as it is a very powerful document. Often, quite senior clients will look to their…