BY VALERIE DYE Although persons generally have only one valid will at a given time it is not uncommon for persons to have multiple wills. This...
BY VALERIE DYE In the last publication I touched on the use of mutual wills to deal with issues affecting blended families. One of the main...
BY VALERIE DYE The term ‘Blended Family’ is used to refer to families consisting of married couples and their children from previous relationships. This type of...
BY VALERIE DYE Most people recognize the importance of having a will to ensure that their estate is managed smoothly after they die. Unfortunately, having a...
BY VALERIE DYE It is not uncommon to hear of someone being disinherited. This disinheritance may occur in a number of ways. The testator may simply...
BY VALERIE DYE As seen in the previous publication the principle of testamentary freedom is not an absolute one and the courts in Canada may interfere...
BY VALERIE DYE Testamentary Freedom refers to the principle that a testator is free to make a will and leave his property to whomsoever he desires....
BY VALERIE DYE In Ontario, when a family law matter is brought before the court it does not automatically go to trial. Various steps are taken...
BY VALERIE DYE Domestic abuse is very common in Canada among married and common law couples. Spouses are not the only ones affected by abuse, as...
BY VALERIE DYE As seen in the previous week’s article common law couples may be able to claim a share in assets to which they have...
