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Recent Amendments to Intestate Succession Legislation in SK Impact the Distribution of an Estate When a Person Dies Without Having a Will

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Published: December 2, 2019

Authors: Alain Gaucher, K.C., Erin Bokshowan

Categories: Estate Planning, Estates Law, Wills, Trusts & Estates Litigation

Authors: Alain Gaucher, Q.C., Erin Bokshowan, Katrina Wagner On October 1, 2019, The Intestate Succession Act, 2019 was proclaimed into force. This legislation repeals The Intestate Succession Act, 1996, and makes … Read More

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Business Succession: 5 Strategies for Buy/Sell Agreements

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Published: June 16, 2017

Author: Garnet Matsuba, K.C.

Categories: Estates Law, Taxation

Authors: Garnet Matsuba and Lane Zabolotney It is vital for shareholders of small corporations to plan in advance what will happen to their shares in the event of an unexpected death. Often, … Read More