The Matter of Survivorship
It is a sad reality that the spectre of what has come to be called a “common disaster” often drives …
The Matter of Survivorship Read Post »
It is a sad reality that the spectre of what has come to be called a “common disaster” often drives …
The Matter of Survivorship Read Post »
For the average person, becoming embroiled in litigation can be a stressful experience, to say the least. For high-profile Hollywood
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What happens when you own real property with someone as joint-tenants and the person with whom you own the property
Joint-Tenancy and Judgment Debts – Senthillmohan v. Senthillmohan Read Post »
The Alberta Court of Appeal in Re: Strafford Estate, 2023 ABCA 99, recently considered a topic that has always been
Extrinsic Evidence – Re: Strafford Estate Read Post »
In the estate litigation world, we have unfortunately become quite familiar with this story: Your parent offers to give you
When a Thoughtful Gift Results in Legal Fees Read Post »
The matrimonial home is a legal designation uniquely targeted to protect married spouses. Section 18(1) of the Family Law Act (FLA)
The Matrimonial Home in the Estates Context Read Post »
It has been established through common law that the basic duties and responsibilities of a trustee when administering the assets
A Refresher on a Trustee’s Duties and Responsibilities Read Post »
In the case of Reinboldt v Cameron, the Applicant, Ms. Reinboldt, was seeking an order that her brother, Mr. Cameron,
Compelling an Attorney for Property to Pass their Accounts Read Post »
Stepping into the role of someone’s attorney for property or personal care may not be as easy or immediate as
Capacity Assessments and Their Role in Acting as a Substitute Decision Maker Read Post »
Prior to the Accelerating Access to Justice Act (the “AAJA”), the spouse of a person who died intestate would be