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[[File:Writing Your Will cover image.jpg|thumb|275px|right|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.flickr.com</span>]]''[[Writing Your Will]]'' is for people who are making a will in British Columbia. It explains what is involved in making a will, what to consider in appointing an executor, and what to do after making your will. The information reflects the ''[http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj Wills, Estates and Succession Act]'', which became law in 2014.
[[File:Preparing Your Will cover image.jpg|thumb|275px|right|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.flickr.com</span>]]''[[Preparing Your Will]]'' is for people who are preparing a will in British Columbia. It explains how to prepare a will, what to consider in appointing an executor, and next steps after the will is finished. The information reflects the ''[http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj Wills, Estates and Succession Act]'', which became law in 2014.


At [[People's Law School]], we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This publication explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. '''It is not intended as legal advice.''' For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help with Writing Your Will|Where to Get Help]]" section.
At [[People's Law School]], we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This publication explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. '''It is not intended as legal advice.''' For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help with Preparing Your Will|Where to Get Help]]" section.


We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Writing Your Will|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.
We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Preparing Your Will|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.


=== People's Law School ===
=== People's Law School ===
[[People's Law School]] is a non-profit society in British Columbia, dedicated to making the law accessible to everyone. We provide free education and information to help people effectively deal with the legal problems of daily life.
[[People's Law School]] is a non-profit society in British Columbia, dedicated to making the law accessible to everyone. We provide free education and information to help people effectively deal with the legal problems of daily life.


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Preparing Your Will is for people who are preparing a will in British Columbia. It explains how to prepare a will, what to consider in appointing an executor, and next steps after the will is finished. The information reflects the Wills, Estates and Succession Act, which became law in 2014.

At People's Law School, we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This publication explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. It is not intended as legal advice. For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "Where to Get Help" section.

We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "Glossary" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.

People's Law School

People's Law School is a non-profit society in British Columbia, dedicated to making the law accessible to everyone. We provide free education and information to help people effectively deal with the legal problems of daily life.


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