Certificates of Appointments of Estate Trustee, or probate, as it is often referred to, is the process which confirms the ability of an estate trustee to administer an estate. Notably, the authority of an estate trustee derives from the deceased’s last will and testament; however, as many well know, the granting of a Certificate of […]
The impact AI has on the legal practice continues to evolve and be examined by the Court. While arguably a useful tool in some instances, the Court has yet again warned counsel of the risks of using AI in written materials filed, and its patience is wearing thin. In the recent case of Kapahi Real
On January 1, 2022, Ontario moved away from being a strict compliance jurisdiction and towards a substantial compliance jurisdiction. This trend follows suit of many of Ontario’s provincial neighbours, such as British Columbia, Alberta, and Manitoba, among others. The change results from the introduction of section 21.1 of the Succession Law Reform Act (“SLRA”), which
The importance of service of court documents should not be overlooked, as improper service may result in a party being noted in default, which invariably leads to adverse consequences for a litigant. While service by e-mail has simplified and made the service of documents easier and more convenient in many respects, an originating process, for
Solicitor-client privilege is a principle entrenched in our legal system. It goes without saying that counsel and client must be able to communicate openly and honestly. But what happens when a client dies? What becomes of the solicitor-client privilege or more specifically, the files of the deceased individual? This issue was raised in the recent
