When a loved one passes, it can be stressful when it comes to navigating the administration of their estate – especially if you cannot locate their Last Will and Testament. When drafting wills [...]
Couples may have many reasons for not getting married, but when a common law partner dies without a will, the living partner is left legally vulnerable. When an individual dies without a will, [...]
In Canada, both the federal and provincial governments have roles in regulating family law, however, it is the federal government that oversees marriage and divorce. The concept of common law [...]
The recent Bank of Canada interest rate hikes and current economic uncertainty have prompted many individuals to look into their mortgage options. Whether you’ve recently purchased a home or are [...]
If you have made the decision to separate, or if you are currently contemplating separating from your partner, it is important to know right from the start that there are options besides going to [...]
The storage of Wills and Powers of Attorney are often overlooked as part of the estate planning process. It is crucial that clients keep these documents in a safe and secure place. When deciding [...]
What is a Limitation Period? A limitation period is a time limit for a party to commence, or bring forth, a claim against another party. In Ontario, the Limitations Act, 2002 provides a Basic [...]
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) allows parties to resolve disputes without traditional litigation. In family law, ADR can offer separated spouses a less expensive and more flexible path to [...]
When the COVID-19 outbreak was declared a pandemic, many individuals looked to their contracts to see if force majeure provisions would provide them with relief. More specifically, tenants looked [...]
Real estate litigation disputes have become increasingly common in today’s world. Whether you are a residential property owner or commercial real estate developer, there is always a chance that [...]