Bringing wills into the 21st century: will major inheritance law reform soothe or spark legal battles? 21 Jul

Could Inheritance Law Reform in England & Wales Spark Legal Battles?

The OBBBA provides unprecedented permanence in estate and gift exemptions, presenting a well-defined planning window for high-net-worth families and fiduciaries. Strategic action now can preserve and protect multigenerational wealth when it matters most. 03 Jul

U.S. Tax Reforms: What High-Net-Worth Families Need to Know

Ontario has changed how inheritance works for separated spouses. If you’re separated and living in Ontario, these new rules could affect who receives your estate whether or not you have a will. 17 Jun

Ontario’s Succession Law: New Rules Affect Separated Spouses 

How will your stored reproductive material be dealt with after your death? Will the material be disposed of, or does the material form part of your estate to be passed on to a selected beneficiary? 16 Jun

Reproductive Material in Estate Planning: Canada

Whilst there are some proposals for reform, the effects of a predatory marriage are wide ranging and very difficult to undo legally. It is therefore the best approach for a concerned family to keep in touch with their relative and to act swiftly where a predatory marriage is suspected... 16 Jun

Predatory Marriages: Is Law Reform Coming to the UK?

MAID Canada: Late Mother's Role in Son's "Right to Choose" 31 May

MAID Canada: Late Mother’s Role in Son’s “Right to Choose”

After years of advocacy, Delaware passes End-of-Life Options Law: Delaware has become the latest state to legalize medical aid in dying, following the signing of House Bill 140 on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025. 21 May

Delaware Passes End-of-Life Options Law: 2025

The Law Commission recognises that we need a legal framework that reflects modern life— where people live longer, face complex health issues, and increasingly rely on digital tools. This article outlines key areas of reform and the impact they may have. 19 May

Modernising the Law of Wills: Law Commission Report 2025 (UK)

United Nations report says Canada should repeal MAID for people with non-terminal illness... The UN committee also asked the federal government to end the proposed expansion of MAID for patients with mental disorders and to ban any federal support for any requests in advance. 06 Apr

Canada MAID Laws: United Nations Report Asks for Stricter Rules

April Hubbard is not terminally ill, but the 39-year-old performance and burlesque artist has been approved for assisted dying under Canada's increasingly liberal laws. For those who are terminally ill it is possible to get approval within 24 hours. 03 Apr

Law Reform: Canada’s Increasingly Liberal Assisted Dying Laws

Changes to the Succession Law Reform Act and Family Law Act 07 Mar

Changes to the Succession Law Reform Act and Family Law Act

Validity Requirements for Last Wills and Testaments in Ontario 27 Feb

Validity Requirements for Last Wills & Testaments in Ontario