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December 5, 2022
Real Estate
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How to Successfully Contest a Will

There are several reasons why someone might want to contest a will. Perhaps the person believes that they have been unfairly left out of the will or that it was not properly executed. It is important to clearly understand the grounds on which the will can be contested to contest a will successfully. Generally, a […]

October 5, 2022
Real Estate
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What is a Conjunction Agreement and Do You Need It?

As a property owner and someone who may know a thing or two about property law, there is a high chance that you may have heard about a conjunction agreement. Although many may argue that they are not as popular as they once were (which is true), nonetheless, consent agreements are still a thing, and […]

September 18, 2022
Legal Advice, Real Estate
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What Is A Conveyance?

To simply put it, conveyance is a term used in law to refer to the act of transferring property or interest from one entity to another. In legal terms, the entities involved in this are known as the conveyor/ grantor and a Conveyee/Grantee. Since conveyance refers to the legal transfer of real estate from one […]

August 29, 2022
Real Estate
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5 Mistakes to Avoid While Preparing An Estate Plan In BC

Whichever way you look at it, preparing an estate plan remains one of the most tedious things you will ever do. And the reason why it is considered tedious is very easy and pretty much straightforward -It is not that easy to think about one’s death! But then again, whether you like it or not, […]

July 17, 2022
Legal Advice
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Common Shareholder Disputes And How To Resolve Them

No one likes to deal with disputes, but they are a fact of life. When two or more people share something, there is always the potential for disagreements. The same is true for shareholders in a company. When two or more people own a company, there will be disagreements. This can occur if the parties […]

The Importance of Keeping a Will at any Age

Canadians must be over the age of majority in each province to write a legal will. In British Columbia, you must be a resident of the province and aged at least 16 years to write a will. What’s more, the will-maker must be of sound mind and freely agree with what the document states upon […]

Differences Between a Lawyer and a Notary

This article is a simplified explanation of the various differences between lawyers and notaries in the province of British Columbia. It is not intended as legal advice. For those who are unfamiliar with the legal system, the differences between a lawyer and notary aren’t always readily apparent. However, it’s important to understand the different services […]

Construction Adjudication: An Alternative Means of Resolving Payment Disputes

For many years, contractors facing long delays in receiving payment for work has been a significant problem in the construction industry across Canada. Currently in some provinces, the “pay when paid” clauses in contracts allow contractors to withhold payment to subcontractors until the contractor has received payment from the owner. Consequently, the Canadian construction industry […]

September 23, 2021
Employment Law, Legal Advice, Real Estate, Uncategorized
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Why You Should Choose Saanichton Law Group

When searching for a lawyer, you may notice an overwhelming number of law firms to select from. However, not all law businesses are created equal. Subsequently, how do you assess from the enormous list of options who will be right for you and your legal requirements? There are several key points to consider when selecting […]

September 7, 2021
Employment Law, Legal Advice, Real Estate, Uncategorized
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Aspects to Consider Before Signing a Contract

Contracts form an integral part in both our legal system and our lives – chances are, you’ve encountered and/or signed a contract in one way or another very recently. While that idea may seem alarming, it shouldn’t be that way. Contracts are formed in order to protect the rights of both parties in transactions and […]

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