A recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice provides a stark reminder that unsuccessful litigants—particularly those who advance self-interested claims—may be ordered to pay millions of dollars in costs personally. 27 Feb

Ontario Beneficiary Held Personally Liable for Legal Costs

A family business succession plan is more than paperwork; it is a systematic roadmap that protects the company’s legacy and the family’s wealth.  25 Feb

Family Business Succession Planning in Canada: 2026

Canada offers a range of financial supports for caregivers that can help with both day-to-day expenses and long-term planning. Knowing what’s available can help you decide what kind of support might make sense for you. 19 Feb

Financial Supports Available for Caregivers in Canada

Dealing with estate administration delays due to mismanagement or misconduct? Learn more about executor conflicts, how to prevent them, and what your rights are as a beneficiary... 18 Feb

Executor Conflicts: Common Estate Disputes in Ontario

This guide explains how Canada taxes estates at death, what executors and beneficiaries need to know, and why professional advice is critical. 17 Feb

Estate and Inheritance Taxes in Canada: Complete Guide

Wondering what Estate Planning involves for Canadians? This guide covers what estate planning involves in Canada, the key documents you'll need, how taxes and probate work, and how to get started. 12 Feb

What Does Estate Planning Involve For Canadians?

Assisted reproduction and freezing genetic material are increasingly common procedures. Having complete and updated estate documents can help avoid “pretty heartbreaking” outcomes for surviving spouses. 10 Feb

Planning Ahead: Fertility Choices & Your Estate Documents

It’s vital for every adult in Ontario to get their head around the fundamental distinction between a Power of Attorney and a Guardianship. These aren’t just two names for the same thing... 04 Feb

Power of Attorney vs Guardianship in Ontario: The Critical Difference

Typing “estate planning lawyers near me” into a search bar is a common first step, but finding the right one—someone who genuinely understands your family’s needs—is about more than just proximity. 31 Jan

Ontario Guide: Finding The Right Estate Lawyer For You

In estate planning, people often seek strategies to safeguard their wealth. One such approach is the “Estate Freeze”. This strategy effectively locks in the current value of an estate, minimizes tax implications, and ensures a seamless transfer of assets. 28 Jan

Strategies to Safeguard Wealth: “Estate Freeze” Explained

This article provides an overview of the U.S. federal estate and gift tax— specifically. its implications for Canadians owning U.S. assets... 26 Jan

Estate Tax Planning Considerations for Canadians with U.S. Assets

When we are young and vulnerable, our parents protect and care for our every need. As time moves on, we grow up, our parents age, and along the way, we fail to think there could ever be a day that they would be the ones that need looking after. 26 Jan

Managing the Costs of Caring for Aging Parents in Canada