The term "probate" is a scary term in estate planning and administration. What is Probate? Probate is when a will is submitted to the courts, along with information about the deceased individual, their beneficiaries and their estate. A justice (which is what a Queen's...
Wills & Estates
Why do I need a Power of Attorney?
In an Enduring Power of Attorney you appoint a person called an Attorney to handle your financial matters if you are mentally or physically incapable of doing so yourself. The term Attorney does not mean the person you choose has to be a lawyer. It is just a...
Why do I need a Personal Directive?
When you create a Personal Directive you choose someone to make personal decisions for you if you lose capacity someday. This person is called an Agent. Your Agent only starts to act if a medical doctor determines you are mentally incapable of making such decisions...
What is a Will?
A Will is a written document that sets out who receives your personal assets upon your passing. A will is a formal document and you need to sign it a specific way to be valid. Unlike most documents, which do not need to be witnessed, you need to have 2 independent...
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Standard Real Estate Transaction Information
MHR Law LLP commence working on real estate files as soon as our office receives conveyancing from the real estate brokerage. We will not provide a...
The Best Closing Date
Of the closings our firm deals with, between 70-80% happen on the 1st of the month, the 15th of the month or the last day of the month or on...