Establishing Trusts For Families North

When I first started working with families on their estate plans, the conversation usually began with a will. That made sense. A will is familiar, straightforward, and for many people it feels like enough. But over the years I have seen a shift. More families now come in asking about trusts before they even mention a will. They have heard from friends or read online that a trust can save time, reduce conflict, and protect assets. And they are right, but only if the trust is