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What to expect in a Collaborative Separation

What to expect in the Collaborative Separation. Professional Team, made up of Lawyers, Financial professional and family professional. Client centre...
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Reviving an Ontario Business Corporation

An introduction to the concept of reviving an Ontario business corporation and an overview of the documentation that is required in the process.
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Imputing Income Part VI

Monetary Gifts as Income When a party receives regular gifts from their parents, the Court may impute the amount of those gifts as income for support purposes. Understanding h...
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Do You Own Abutting Land in Ontario?

Understanding Severance and Title Merger Owning side-by-side parcels of land can offer great flexibility, but it also comes with legal and practical considerations that many property owners o...
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Ontario Small Claims Court

Limit increasing to $50,000 on October 1, 2025 Starting October 1, 2025, Ontario’s Small Claims Court limit will increase from $35,000 to $50,000, with the minimum appeal amount rising to $5,000. O...
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Legal Remedies Available to Sellers in Failed or Aborted Residential Real Estate Transactions

Legal remedies exist for sellers facing buyer breaches in residential real estate transactions in Ontario. Common breaches include late or unpaid depo...
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Ontario Purchase Money Security Interests: Attractive, But Don’t Just Sit on Them

A Purchase Money Security Interest (PMSI) is a special kind of security interest that gives a creditor rights over specific personal property used as ...
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Importance of Your Closing Date in Real Estate

A smooth real estate transaction in Ontario hinges on a carefully chosen closing date. Avoid scheduling closings on weekends or holidays, as banks and...
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You’ve Been injured in a Motor Vehicle Accident – Now What?

Applying for Accident Benefits Accidents happen. They are often unavoidable and can occur despite doing everything right. Sometimes you make a mistake or have a momentary lapse in a...
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Look What You Made Me Sign

It's a Love Story, Baby, Just Say Yes...to my marriage contract Marriage contracts can be a helpful tool for spouses who want to agree on clear expectations for the terms of a potential separation in the future. Bu...
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The Importance of Registering an Option to Purchase on Title to the Property

Peedham v 1000516033 Ontario Ltd. A recent Court of Appeal decision highlights the importance of registering notice of property interest on title to the property (option to purchase, n...
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Docking Your Plans

How to Keep the Family Cottage from Causing a Family Shipwreck In Ontario, nothing says “summer” like the family cottage. It is where marshmallows are roasted, attempts at barbecue are made, and where ...
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Interim Occupancy Explained:

How to Prepare for an Interim Occupancy? An Interim Occupancy Closing Notification advises purchasers of their occupancy date, but the purchaser’s lawyer often only receives necessary documen...
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Estate Planning for Common Law Spouses

Common law spouses have different rights than married spouses when it comes to property and estates. Careful estate planning is important to ensure th...
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Landlords Now Liable for Tenants' Criminal Acts

Ontario’s new “Measures Respecting Premises with Illegal Drug Activity Act, 2025” dramatically increases landlord liability for illegal drug activitie...
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Imputing Income Part V

Diverting Income The Court can impute income to a payor who appears to be diverting income that would decrease their support obligation. The appearance of diverting in...
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Power of Sale Explained: Key Considerations for Realtors and Homeowner

In real estate, especially during times of financial distress, properties may be sold under a Power of Sale. This legal process allows lenders to reco...
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No Ring, No Rights? Common Law Spouses and Estate Claims

In today’s legal sphere, the concept of a “spouse” has expanded beyond the traditional marriage. More couples are cohabiting in marr...
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A Realtor's Fiduciary Obligation to the Client

A Review of Court Perspectives on Agents Submitting Offers on Properties Their Clients Are Also Interested In Case Analysis: Zhong v Alan Hu Personal Real Estate Corporation, 2025 BCSC 40 Realtors in Ontario have professional obligations to act in their client...
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Bare trust agreements for couples

In the excitement of purchasing property together, couples often overlook crucial conversations about individual ownership rights. A recent Ontario Co...
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