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Posted by on Apr 21, 2023 in Blog, Wills & Estate
As a parent, we know that you don’t want to think about not being there to take care of your children. While we all hope that we will be able to raise our children to adulthood, it’s important to have a plan in place in case something unexpected happens. One of the most crucial decisions…Read More Here!
Posted by on Mar 2, 2023 in Blog, Real Estate Law
When you buy or sell a home in Alberta, there are two extremely important members you need on your team: The real estate agent and the real estate lawyer. Consider agents and lawyers as opposite sides of the same coin: one will help you find or list your home, while the other will help you…Read More Here!
Posted by on Feb 16, 2023 in Blog, Divorce Law, Family Law, Wills & Estate
Sometimes couples want to hire the same lawyer for an amicable divorce or for drafting their wills. But is this a good idea? Perhaps hiring the same lawyer can save time and money, but in many family law situations, one lawyer cannot fairly represent both partners due to conflicts of interest. At Heritage Law, our…Read More Here!
Posted by on Feb 2, 2023 in Blog, Wills & Estate
Creating an estate plan and will can be a complicated process, and getting it right makes the world of difference for your loved ones. If your will is not properly prepared, your family may be required to go through a probate process, which can be financially and emotionally stressful. To protect your loved ones and…Read More Here!
Posted by on Nov 30, 2022 in Blog, Wills & Estate
There’s no magic age at which a person should start planning their estate, but many people believe this isn’t something they need to worry about until they are older. The truth is that the unthinkable can happen at any age, and without a proper estate plan, how can you ensure your loved ones are taken…Read More Here!
Posted by on Mar 17, 2022 in Blog, Wills & Estate
When it comes to planning and preparing a will, you know you will have to appoint someone to take care of your estate and wishes when you are gone. The most important rule of choosing an executor is to choose someone you trust. However, there is often a lot of “importance” placed on this role…Read More Here!
Posted by on Dec 9, 2021 in Blog, Wills & Estate
Drafting a legal will can seem like a simple inconvenience of a daunting ordeal – but it is absolutely essential if you want to have a say in who inherits your property, sentimental valuables, and even unpleasant things like your debts. If left undone, there are regulations in place that ensure some very minor protection…Read More Here!
Posted by on Dec 2, 2021 in Blog, Family Law
Have you been living with a significant other for an extended period of time? You may not know it, but you could be living in a common-law living arrangement under the eyes of the law and a cohabitation agreement may help. This label entitles each member of the relationship to minimal protection in the case…Read More Here!
Posted by on Nov 17, 2021 in Blog, Wills & Estate
No one really wants to talk about death or serious illness but the stress and discomfort of having these types of conversations are nothing compared to facing these issues without proper legal documentation put into place. If you have an elderly family member, you’ve probably thought about whether or not they have a power of…Read More Here!
Posted by on Oct 28, 2021 in Blog, Divorce Law, Family Law
Many people consider the terms “divorce” and “separation” to be interchangeable – but this is not the case. At the most basic level, a divorce means that you are no longer legally married while separation indicates that you and your spouse are living separate lives but are still legally married under the court. While this…Read More Here!
