Ontario Barrister and Solicitor Practice Exam

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To whom does a young lawyer in Thunder Bay owe a duty when asked to draft a Will?

Only to the testator
To the testator and the court
To the testator and the client's beneficiaries
Only to the executor of the Will

The correct answer is: To the testator and the client's beneficiaries

A young lawyer in Thunder Bay owes a duty to both the testator, who is requesting the Will, and the client's beneficiaries, as they will ultimately benefit from the contents of the Will. Option A is incorrect because the lawyer also has a responsibility to ensure that the Will is legally valid and accurately represents the wishes of the testator. Option B is incorrect because while the court may review the Will to ensure its validity, the lawyer is not solely accountable to the court. Option D is incorrect because although the executor will play a role in carrying out the instructions of the Will, they are not the only party to whom the lawyer owes a duty in this situation.