Hull on Estates

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750 - The Presumption of Resulting Trust & Beneficiary Designations: Kunka Estate v. Giasson

750 - The Presumption of Resulting Trust & Beneficiary Designations: Kunka Estate v. Giasson29 Aug12 min

In this, our 750th episode of Hull on Estates, Jonathon Kappy and Sofie Hector discuss Kunka Estate v. Giasson, 2026 ONSC 1842, a recent Ontario decision that provides important guidance on the application of the presumption of resulting trust to registered accounts with beneficiary designations. Join us as we unpack the Court's reasoning and the implications for estate planning and estate litigation practitioners.