Your Estate Matters
Episode 39 - What Mediation Can Do for Your Family with Edward Macaulay
26 Jun 2025
When families fight over wills and inheritances, the courtroom isn’t the only way forward. In this insightful episode of Your Estate Matters, hosts Nicole and Greg are joined by Edward Macaulay, an experienced estate litigation lawyer and mediator, to unpack the power of mediation in resolving complex estate and elder care disputes.From strained family dynamics and second marriages to allegations of undue influence and executor challenges, Edward shares real-world scenarios where mediation helped avoid costly court battles. He explains the mediation process, its benefits over litigation, common pitfalls, and how preparation and mindset can make or break a resolution.Whether you're an executor, a beneficiary, or just planning ahead, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and cautionary tales you won’t want to miss.Follow Edward Macaulay:Website - https://www.northshorelaw.com/attorneys-people/edward-macaulay/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-macaulay-36485618 Follow Heritage Trust:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heritagetrustbc/Website - https://heritagetrustcompany.ca/ Get the Essential Estate Planning Checklist for Canadians:https://www.estateclub.ca/estate-planning-checklistRead less
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