With the holidays fast approaching, families are no doubt planning their festivities. Having multiple generations under one roof is cause for joyous celebration. But it’s also an excellent opportunity for families, specifically siblings and their aging parents, to come together and discuss the future. This is an excerpt of an... read more →
Dec
13
Nov
22
An advance directive conveys the health care wishes of an individual while they are still mentally capable of expressing them. Presuming the individual is, in fact, incapable, the wishes of the patient, when expressed, are paramount and generally binding when in opposition to the position of the medical practitioners (such as... read more →
Oct
28
Our tips on closing up your cottage
Jul
18
A recent Court of Appeal also necessary to point to specific facts that support this type of claim. Read on here http://www.advocatedaily.com/matthias-duensing-facts-required-to-support-claim-of-undue-influence.html
Jun
25
When you buy a home it is important that retain a lawyer assisting you in drafting an agreement of purchase and sale that protects your interests. Many agreements are drafted to the benefit of the seller(s). The following article written by Matthias Duensing illustrates why buyers should always consult a... read more →
May
25
It is possible to challenge an executor's claim for compensation even if the claim is for the standard percentage. Matthias Duensing explains how: http://www.advocatedaily.com/matthias-duensing-what-happens-when-a-trustees-claim-seems-excessive.html
Apr
25
Not naming an executor can be costly for the beneficiaries. Potrzebowski v. Potrzebowski, 2016 ONSC 6981 (CanLII), illustrates the pitfalls of not naming a trustee. Details at http://www.advocatedaily.com/matthias-duensing-not-naming-an-executor-can-add-cost-complications.html
Jan
04
The case of Prince v. Nytschyk Estate, 2016 ONSC 7459, is another reminder that everybody should have a will. My review of this case can be found here
Oct
27
Introduction For anyone contemplating legal action, limitation periods are one of the most important rules to understand. A limitation period is the time within which a person must commence a legal claim. The “limitations clock” starts running at some defined event, such as the date of an accident or a... read more →
Oct
24
The Canadian Lawyer Magazine shortlisted Duensing Law for Top Ontario Wills & Estates Boutique firm in its annual survey. For details please click here.
