Krystyne Rusek specializes in estate litigation, acting for both individuals and trust companies in disputes involving estates, trusts, and powers of attorney.
Her practice encompasses will challenges, dependant support claims, fiduciary accountings, estate trustee removal and replacement, trust claims and disputes, guardianship applications, and power of attorney disputes.
In disputes, Krystyne assists through court proceedings or alternative dispute resolution in a conscientious and cost-effective manner. Her unique approach is reflected by her out-of-the-box thinking, her vigorous defence of meritless claims, and refusal to accept unreasonable demands by opposing parties. She regularly appears before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and has appeared at the Ontario Court of Appeal.
By anticipating issues arising from legislative changes, she provides timely advice to her clients through blogs and online articles.
In addition to her experience in estate litigation, Krystyne has a comprehensive background in other areas of law, including estate planning and administration, estate conveyancing, real estate, and not-for-profit and charities law.