Are you separating from a spouse or common-law partner and wondering what happens to your will, estate, or inheritance rights? This course is for individuals navigating divorce or separation who want to ensure their assets, legacy, and loved ones are protected—especially during a time of emotional upheaval and legal change.
Whether you’re creating a new will, updating an old one, or unsure how separation impacts your estate plan, this course will walk you through the essential legal and emotional decisions—step by step.
We’ll also explore how lawyers and mediators can work together to help you avoid court, reduce conflict, and make empowered choices that align with your values and long-term goals.
By the end of this course, you will learn:
How divorce and separation affect wills, estate plans, and powers of attorney
What happens to your estate if you or your ex passes away during the process
Why it’s essential to update beneficiary designations (and how to do it)
The difference between joint property, individual assets, and family trusts
How to handle shared real estate, insurance policies, and retirement accounts
What happens if your ex is still listed in your will—or worse, your executor
How mediators can help avoid costly estate battles during or after divorce
When to involve a lawyer and how to prepare your documents wisely
How to protect your children’s inheritance and long-term well-being
Emotional and legal tips for reducing future family conflict
Whether you're in the early stages of separation or finalizing your divorce, understanding your estate rights is crucial—not just for your peace of mind, but for your family's future.
Plan wisely. Protect what matters. Move forward with confidence
Schedule:
Topic: Estate & Will Planning During Divorce: How Lawyers and Mediators Help When: Monday, Sept 29, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 2 PM EDT Where: Online Zoom Event
About Your Speakers:
Yanique Russell is a Business Immigration Lawyer and Licensed Foreign Worker Recruiter with extensive experience helping Canadian newcomers transition seamlessly into the country. She specializes in immigration law, estate planning, and connecting skilled foreign professionals with employment opportunities in Canada. As the founder of CollegePass Recruitment and Global Immigration Services Jamaica, she has supported countless individuals in launching businesses, settling in Canada, and creating generational wealth. Yanique is also a passionate advocate for access to healthcare and education.
Rose Morsh is the founder of InventiveMinds Child, Youth, and Family Support Centre, a not-for-profit organization licensed under the Ministry of Education and registered with IACP, OACP, and IB. She is a RECE, Parent Practitioner, Parent Coordinator, Family Mediator, Child Voice Practitioner, and Collaborative Family Law Parent Expert.
InventiveMinds provides Family Law Mediation Services, I.B. International School, Early Years Childcare (Montessori), Parent and Youth Support Therapy, and community services for new moms. Parenting courses related to children include Aid Services and Mediation, Separation, and Divorce.
