Why Should Lawyers Care About the Rules of Professional Conduct and the Regulation of the Legal Profession?
On July 17, 1797, ten lawyers were present at the Wilson’s Hotel in Newark, Upper Canada, to read “An Act for the better regulating the Practice of the Law” and to form the Law Society of Upper Canada. At the time, these lawyers represented two-thirds of all the lawyers in Upper Canada. As of April […]
Record Keeping Requirements for Not-for-Profit Corporations Governed by the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act
A not-for-profit corporation incorporated pursuant to the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (the “CNCA”) is required to maintain certain records, including records as to its members, directors and officers. These records are internal records and are not available to the public or filed with Corporations Canada; however, they are available to directors of the corporation – […]
Anticipating Change: A Closer Look at Ontario’s Proposed Bill Working For Workers Four Act (Bill 149)
In November of 2023, the Ontario government introduced new legislation, once again, amending the Employment Standards Act, strengthening employment and labour laws in the province. The Working for Workers Four Act, 2023 (Bill 149), which has yet to become law, encompasses a range of changes that, if passed, would introduce new obligations for Ontario employers, […]
Are You Considering Separating from Your Partner? What to Expect When First Meeting with a Family Law Lawyer
At the start of the New Year many people reflect on their goals and what makes them happy. For some, that might include reconsidering a relationship. If you are married or common law, or if you have children together, and have decided to separate from your partner, you should consider speaking with a family law […]
Beyond the Agreement of Purchase and Sale: Additional Agreements for Effective Ownership
Before the close of a real estate purchase, buyers will typically consult their lawyer to understand how they will take title to their property. However, titled ownership alone may not fully address property management when co-owners are involved. For instance, as a co-owner, you may need clarity on your rights and responsibilities with respect to […]
When Is It Too Late to Make or Change My Will?
As a lawyer who has worked in the field of Wills and Estates for the last three years, I get the following question quite a bit: When is it too late to make or change my Will? Hopefully, I can help alleviate some stress by providing an answer to that question. There seems to be […]
Anderson v Anderson: The Enforceability of Kitchen Table Agreements
Amongst the profession, we often refer to domestic contracts prepared by the parties themselves without legal advice as “kitchen table agreements”. In May 2023, the Supreme Court of Canada rendered a decision in Anderson v Anderson, which dealt with the enforceability of a Separation Agreement prepared by the parties in Saskatchewan dividing property without financial […]