Testators in Saskatchewan will no longer have their wills revoked when they enter into a spousal relationship thanks to recent amendments to The Wills Act, 1996. But if their spousal… Read More
Authors: Ariel Lekas, Alandra Jessup, Sam Amelio, K.C.
COVID-19 has prevented many people from meeting in person. In a recent case heard by the Supreme Court of British Columbia, the pandemic prevented a woman… Read More
Authors: Ariel Lekas, Sam Amelio and Jessica Hoskins, summer law student.
On June 11, 2020, the Alberta Legislature introduced Bill 22 which proposes to amend section 71 of the Wills and Succession Act.
The… Read More
Authors: Garnet Matsuba, Q.C., Ariel Lekas, Justin Di Liello
The opportunities for taxpayers to put their estates in a better economic position during a financial crisis are few and far between.… Read More
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
Authors: John Agioritis and Lane Zabolotney
Joint tenancies are popular mechanisms used by testators to reduce the probate fees on their estates and simplify the overall estate administration process. They are attractive… Read More
