by cactus | Jul 18, 2025 | Wills & Estates
When someone passes away in Ontario without a will, the distribution of their estate is governed by the Succession Law Reform Act (SLRA). While this law is designed to ensure a fair distribution of assets based on presumed family relationships, it often fails to...
by cactus | Jul 10, 2025 | Articles, Civil Litigation, Finance, Real Estate, Service, Wills & Estates
In Ontario, the power of sale is a commonly used legal remedy that allows lenders to sell a mortgaged property when a borrower defaults—without having to go through the courts. This out-of-court process is governed primarily by the Mortgages Act and provides a...
by cactus | Apr 28, 2025 | Wills & Estates
Appointing a non-resident executor (also known as an estate trustee) in Ontario can complicate the estate administration process. While Ontario law does not require an estate trustee to be a resident of the province, there are significant issues to consider if the...
