Separated Spouses and Intestacy: Important Changes Coming in 2025 | A significant change in Ontario’s estate law is about to take full effect, impacting separated spouses and their inheritance rights. 06 Jan

Separated Spouses and Intestacy: Important Changes in 2025

Special Needs Adults: Presumption of Capacity & Individual Rights | Can a court make a parenting order for an adult child living with a disability without giving them an opportunity to participate in the proceeding? 12 Dec

Special Needs Adults: Presumption of Capacity & Individual Rights

Like most things involving blended families, estate planning can be challenging. With children from past relationships or a new marriage, you need to plan carefully to take care of everyone. 31 Oct

Why Estate Planning is More Challenging for Blended Families

In a typical estate plan, each spouse leaves their assets to the other. When the second spouse passes away, assets are distributed to their children. But what happens to your estate plan if you remarry? And what if you have children from a prior marriage? 10 Oct

Remarriage: a New Family Calls for a New Estate Plan

The Importance of Documenting Your Charitable Wishes | Charitable Bequests | Philanthropic Intentions | Estate Planning | Estates Gone Wrong 23 Sep

The Importance of Documenting Your Charitable Wishes

Understanding the Role of Prenups in Estate Planning | This article explores the intersection of prenups and estate planning, with a specific focus on how these agreements are utilized in Missouri 27 Aug

Understanding the Role of Prenups in Estate Planning

Uncover the impact of life's big moments on estate planning. From saying "I do" to gracefully ageing, learn why updating your Will is a must. Get valuable insights into how these events shape your estate planning decisions and tips for navigating them smoothly.  18 Aug

Five Major Life Events That Affect Your Estate Planning 

Certain assets are generally excluded from the net family property calculation, provided they were not used for family purposes or did not significantly change in nature during the marriage. The complexity of family law make it essential to seek professional legal advice. 10 Aug

Net Family Property (NFP) in Ontario: A Complete Guide

The Barclay family feud started with accusations of privacy breach at the family-owned Ritz hotel. Open discussions about succession, good structuring and mediation could help a family business avoid going the same way as the Barclay's. 22 Jul

Rise and Fall of an Empire: The Barclay Family Feud

When you get divorced, it’s not just about dividing your assets or finances; it also affects your estate plan. By following these guidelines, you can make the necessary changes to your estate plan and obtain peace of mind... 15 Jul

How Divorce Affects Your Estate Plan & What To Do

Legal tussle over dog has cost thousands in legal fees and plenty of heartache, while highlighting how the law treats pets in estate battles. 08 Mar

Dog at Centre of Estate Dispute: Highlights Need to Plan for Pets

Strategies For Passing On Property To Your Heirs | Property Pitfalls | Real Estate | Estate Planning | Estates Gone Wrong 23 Feb

Real Estate: Strategies for Passing Property to Your Heirs