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The Power Of Three (Or More): Rethinking Parenthood In BC Law

Historically, the law did not account for children within polyamorous relationships, which was address in 2021 when the BC Supreme Court held that legal parentage could extend beyond the general structures

BC

Boughton Law Corporation

How Does My Child Get A Lawyer In A Family Law Dispute?

Law360 Canada (September 15, 2025, 2:44 PM EDT) -- Let's talk about something that often comes up in family law disputes — can a child have their own lawyer?

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Lerners LLP

Prosecuting Civil Tort Claims In Context Of Family Proceedings Following Ahluwalia Appeal, Part Two

Since the Ontario Court of Appeal decision in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia 2023 ONCA 476, (Ahluwalia), in which the creation of a new tort of family violence was rejected as unnecessary because existing torts are sufficient...

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Lerners LLP

Prosecuting Civil Tort Claims In Context Of Family Proceedings Following Ahluwalia Appeal

Since the Ontario Court of Appeal decision in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, 2023 ONCA 476, (Ahluwalia), in which the creation of a new tort of family violence was rejected as unnecessary because existing torts are sufficient...

LL

Lerners LLP

Prenuptial Agreements And Marriage Contracts

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Nathens, Siegel

Divorce After A Long Marriage

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Nathens, Siegel

Co-Parenting: Essential Do's And Don'ts

NS

Nathens, Siegel

Comments On Balkisson v. Sandy, 2025 ONSC 856

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Lindsay Kenney LLP

Zombie Deeds – Everything You Need To Know

LK

Lindsay Kenney LLP

Substantial Compliance: The Court's Curative Power Has Limits

OE

O'Sullivan Estate Lawyers LLP

Helping Your Kids Buy A Home With A Gift Or Loan

OE

O'Sullivan Estate Lawyers LLP

Les dangers d'un testament rédigé soi-même

MT

Miller Thomson LLP

Where Is "Home"?

TM

Taylor McCaffrey

Beyond The Paperwork: Ramadan v. Coupal And The Limits Of Relationship Agreements In Estate Planning

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Miller Thomson LLP

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Webinars

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(2nd Session) 2025 Global In-House Counsel Survey Report: Unique Insights into the Global In-House Counsel Profession

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In-House Counsel Worldwide

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(1st Session) 2025 Global In-House Counsel Survey Report: Unique Insights into the Global In-House Counsel Profession

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In-House Counsel Worldwide

Recorded on 30 Apr 2025 | 2:00 PM

Mondaq | 2025 Law Firm Data Landscape Report

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Mondaq

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2025 Canadian In-House Counsel Report: Unparalleled Insights into Canada's In-House Profession from CCCA | Mondaq

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CBA In-House Lawyers

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Wills/ Intestacy/ Estate Planning

Comments On Balkisson v. Sandy, 2025 ONSC 856

This case demonstrates the importance of getting legal advice and getting planning done when a parent decides to transfer a property to a child.

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Lindsay Kenney LLP

Should A Parent Loan A Down Payment To Their Child? What You Need To Know

As housing prices continue to rise, many first-time homebuyers are turning to their parents for help with the down payment.

Canada Real Estate

LK

Lindsay Kenney LLP

Zombie Deeds – Everything You Need To Know

There is a little-known concept in Estate litigation called the Zombie deed, which deals with property transfers, implemented before the deceased passed away, but was not completed until after passing.

LK

Lindsay Kenney LLP

Substantial Compliance: The Court's Curative Power Has Limits

OE

O'Sullivan Estate Lawyers LLP

Helping Your Kids Buy A Home With A Gift Or Loan

OE

O'Sullivan Estate Lawyers LLP

Les dangers d'un testament rédigé soi-même

MT

Miller Thomson LLP

Beyond The Paperwork: Ramadan v. Coupal And The Limits Of Relationship Agreements In Estate Planning

MT

Miller Thomson LLP

Heirs' Rights After Divorce: Ex-Spouses In Estate Litigation: Carswell v. Engle Estate (2018 BCCA) And The Wills, Estates And Succession Act S. 60

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Watson Goepel LLP

Q&A On How To Disaster-Proof The Legacy Of A Family Enterprise

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Bennett Jones LLP

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Family Law

The Power Of Three (Or More): Rethinking Parenthood In BC Law

Historically, the law did not account for children within polyamorous relationships, which was address in 2021 when the BC Supreme Court held that legal parentage could extend beyond the general structures

BC

Boughton Law Corporation

How Does My Child Get A Lawyer In A Family Law Dispute?

Law360 Canada (September 15, 2025, 2:44 PM EDT) -- Let's talk about something that often comes up in family law disputes — can a child have their own lawyer?

LL

Lerners LLP

Court Of Appeal Summaries (September 8 – 12, 2025)

Following are our summaries of the civil decisions of the Court of Appeal for Ontario for the week of September 8, 2025.

Canada Litigation

BM

Blaney McMurtry LLP

Prosecuting Civil Tort Claims In Context Of Family Proceedings Following Ahluwalia Appeal, Part Two

LL

Lerners LLP

Prosecuting Civil Tort Claims In Context Of Family Proceedings Following Ahluwalia Appeal

LL

Lerners LLP

Prenuptial Agreements And Marriage Contracts

NS

Nathens, Siegel

Divorce After A Long Marriage

NS

Nathens, Siegel

Co-Parenting: Essential Do's And Don'ts

NS

Nathens, Siegel

Helping Your Kids Buy A Home With A Gift Or Loan

OE

O'Sullivan Estate Lawyers LLP

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Divorce

Divorce After A Long Marriage

Divorce after a long marriage can trigger an array of emotions that may feel overwhelming. The transition from a shared life to one on your own often stirs up feelings of sadness, anger, relief, or even guilt.

NS

Nathens, Siegel

Co-Parenting: Essential Do's And Don'ts

Co-parenting involves both parents continuing to share responsibilities and making decisions for their children after separation or divorce.

NS

Nathens, Siegel

Where Is "Home"?

A Parent's Guide to Cross-Border Custody (Parenting Time) in Canada

TM

Taylor McCaffrey

Heirs' Rights After Divorce: Ex-Spouses In Estate Litigation: Carswell v. Engle Estate (2018 BCCA) And The Wills, Estates And Succession Act S. 60

WG

Watson Goepel LLP

Q&A On How To Disaster-Proof The Legacy Of A Family Enterprise

BJ

Bennett Jones LLP

Court Of Appeal Summaries (August 25 – August 29)

Canada Litigation

BM

Blaney McMurtry LLP

Father's Contribution Towards Purchase Of Property Was A Gift Not A Loan (Klemensiewicz v. Klemens)

Canada Real Estate

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Gardiner Roberts LLP

Untying The Knot: A Guide To Annulments In British Columbia

LK

Lindsay Kenney LLP

Tort Of Family Violence

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Lindsay Kenney LLP

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Latest Videos

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Estate Planning: The Differences Between A Will, Enduring Power Of Attorney, And Personal Directive (Video)

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Parlee McLaws

Understanding Estate Litigation In BC: How Proper Preparation Can Prevent Legal Battles (Video)

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FH&P Lawyers

BTC Series: Can I Draft My Own Agreement? (Video)

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Watson Goepel LLP

Hot Topics In Estate Planning (Video)

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Torkin Manes LLP

Michael Zimmerman Featured On CKNW Morning Show (Video)

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Lindsay Kenney LLP

Upcoming Events

Undue Influence Over The Vulnerable – Protecting Against And Preventing Coerced Estate Plans

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Fasken

Influence Indue Sur Les Personnes Vulnérables – Prévenir Les Plans De Succession Faits Sous Pression

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Fasken (French)

Practice Gems: Probate Essentials 2025

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Pallett Valo LLP

Beyond The Will: Managing Dependant Claims, Modern Family Dynamics, And Unexpected Heirs

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Fasken

TLA's Family Lawyer Monthly Meet-Up With Our Estates Law Friends

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

Au-Delà Du Testament : Gérer Les Réclamations Des Personnes A Charge, Les Dynamiques Familiales Modernes Et Les Héritiers Inattendus

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Fasken (French)

CLEBC: Basics Of Wills & Estate Planning 2025

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Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP

Canadian Bar Association BC: Wills, Estates & Trusts 2025 Conference

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Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP

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