A New Lawyer Joins Our Family Law Section
A New Lawyer Joins Our Family Law SectionJacqueline Peeters received her Honours English degree from McGill in 1987 followed by a teaching certificate a couple of years later. The birth of three boys dominated the next years and Jacqueline shifted from professional teaching to homeschooling. During this time she also did extensive volunteer community work […]
LIVING TOGETHER: Not the Same as Being Married
LIVING TOGETHER: Not the Same as Being Married One of the most common misconceptions in family law is that common law spouses have the same rights upon separation as married couples. In Ontario, the property rights of marries couples are governed by Parts I and II of the Family Law Act. The Act defines spouse […]
Search & Seizure -Your Rights & Your Obligations
Search & Seizure -Your Rights & Your Obligations April 17, 1982 is a historically significant day for all Canadians. It was on this day that the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms came into effect. The Charter sets out those rights and freedoms that Canadians believe are essential in a free and democratic country. Some […]
The Basics of Trusts
The Basics of Trusts We have all heard about the wealthy kids who live off their trust funds. But what exactly is a trust? In this article we will give you an overview of what a trust is and how it works as well as the reasons why you might want to consider creating one. […]
Protection for new home buyers
Protection for new home buyers If you are buying a newly built home, you are protected by the Ontario New Home Warranty Program. This program offers the new home buyer a number of specific protections and warranties. THE COVERAGE 1. Your down payment – up to a maximum of $20,000. 2. Delays in closing and […]
So you want to be your own boss!
So you want to be your own boss! So you want to go into business for yourself and be your own boss?! Although this is the big decision, there are still many more decisions to make and things to consider. What follows is a brief overview of some frequently asked questions about starting a business. […]
Working with a real estate agent
Working with a real estate agent You have decided to put your house up for sale. Like most Canadians you will probably hire a real estate agent to help with this task, although there is no legal obligation to do so. Once you have found a realtor you are comfortable with, you will be asked […]
The Business of Marriage
The Business of Marriage You are in love and about to enter the state of wedded bliss, so why would you even consider something as unromantic as a marriage contract?! There are actually a number of very sound reasons for entering into an agreement with your intended and they do not all have to do […]
Corporations – Separate Legal Persons
Corporations – Separate Legal Persons Incorporation is one way to set up a business. A sole proprietorship or a partnership are two other ways to set up a business and that you are probably most familiar with. One of the key distinctions that sets a corporation apart is limited liability. Unlike a sole proprietorship or […]
Probate Fees & Joint Ownership
Probate Fees & Joint Ownership When planning your estate, one factor to consider is the estate administration tax, commonly referred to as probate fees, that your estate may have to pay out. Probating a will is the act of judicially certifying a will’s validity as well as confirming the executor’s authority. Although a will is […]