Tim and Henry
September 20, 2024
Today's Wills and Probate

Wills in North America vs England & Wales

Tim Hewson joins the Today's Wills and Probate podcast to discuss LegalWills – his Canadian-based technology company providing will writing and estate planning services in Canada and North America. On the general trends over the past 20+ years in the sector Tim bemoans the speed of innovation and change, identifying it often needs legislative intervention and lobbying to enact. But greater acceptance of digital in our daily lives has made online wills more accessible and acceptable, which, says Tim, can only be a good thing.
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August 19, 2024
The Business Line Podcast

Are Digital Wills the Future? The SHOCKING TRUTH About Wills... and Why You Need One NOW!

Today on the show we sit down with the Owner & Founder of LegalWills, Tim Hewson! In this episode, we explore the inception of LegalWills, the hurdles of disrupting the legal industry, and the journey from bootstrapping to success. Tim shares insightful stories about entering different markets, the evolution of digital will creation, and the importance of having a will for financial planning. A must-watch for aspiring entrepreneurs and those intrigued by the intersection of law and technology!
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August 21, 2023
Tim Hewson, Fintech

Should You Get AI to Write Your Will?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its potential have captivated the world. It is a powerful tool, but should you entrust the creation of your last Will and testament to AI?
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March 13, 2023
David Edey, Executor Help Podcast

Confident and Prepared: The Emotional Impact of Planning Your Legacy with a Will (Part 2)

David concludes his conversation with Tim Hewson, CEO of LegalWills. Learn how creating a Will can reduce stress and anxiety.
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March 6, 2023
David Edey, Executor Help Podcast

Why You Shouldn't Wait: The Benefits of Creating or updating a Will now (Part 1)

Over 55% of Canadian and American adults do not have an estate plan which includes a Will. David has a conversation with Tim Hewson, CEO of LegalWills, on the importance of planning for the future and why getting a Will is critical.
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January 5, 2022
Best Startup Canada

Tim Hewson: Removing the Barriers To Preparing Estate Planning Documents

Most Canadians don't have a Will, but everybody needs one. We are addressing the barriers to preparing a Will by making the process affordable and convenient.
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December 22, 2021
Jennifer Ferreira, CTV News

Why fewer wills are being stored in lawyer vaults

A survey conducted by LegalWills.ca earlier this year shows that more than half of participants decided to write or update their wills within the past 12 months because of the pandemic.
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December 20, 2021
Lesley-Anne Scorgie, Toronto Star

Start your family on the path to financial wellness

If you've got an old will, it's possible it's invalid now. Let this be your cue for a refresh. You can do your will through a lawyer (typically when your situation is a bit more complicated) or through an online platform like... Legalwills.ca.
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August 17, 2020
Kaitie Fraser, CBC News

People are eager to have their wills made amid COVID-19 concerns

"We've certainly seen this year that trigger for writing a will has never been higher," said Tim Hewson, CEO and co-founder of LegalWills. About one will is completed every minute on LegalWills, said Hewson, who also saw a record number of people using the service in April.
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July 31, 2020
Dragan Sutevski, Entrepreneurship in a Box

Top 3 Online Will Makers in 2020

LegalWills is one of the biggest online will makers in the world. It offers legal (and licensed) estate planning services in the US, Canada, and the UK. But LegalWills offers one of the most cost-friendly services of this caliber. It also offers you free updates for a year and discounts for your other family members.
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