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Monthly Archives: September 2023
2 ResultsLost connection: A brief overview of jurisdiction
by: Elaine Yu, September 25, 2023
In today’s global economy, it’s not unusual for an estate to hold property across several provinces or countries. Where litigation involving such an estate looms ahead, there is always the question of where to bring the claim, also known as jurisdiction. One thing to keep in mind is that each province is its own jurisdiction….read more
A brief primer on mediations
by: Jonathan Pellow, September 11, 2023
Overview Estate litigation is a long, slow and expensive endeavour. Will challenges, support claims or objections to the appointment of a trustee often drag on for years, and can swallow much of the value of the estate at issue. One way to avoid the cost and delay is through a mediated settlement agreement. The purpose…read more