Your Will is an incredibly important legal document that details how your assets are to be distributed should the unexpected occur. A recent survey revealed that about 56% of Canadian adults do not have a Will. This is far from an ideal statistic, given that a well-drafted Will not only... read more →
Sep
24
Jul
13
Do you have a comprehensive Will, Estate and Succession plan in place? This is very important to ensure that your estate, assets and interests are administered as per your wishes, should you become incapacitated or pass away. While no one likes to grapple with the thought of their own demise,... read more →
Jul
03
We continue to be open and service our clients’ needs. To accommodate each client’s unique situation, we offer virtual meetings by video conference (through Skype, Zoom or Facetime, etc.) as well as in-person meetings while abiding by health standards, including physical distancing and wearing non-medical face coverings which are mandatory... read more →
Jun
12
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is an emotionally trying experience, especially if that is coupled with disputes when executing the decedent’s estate. The legal process carries many complications, nuances, and details that make it challenging for everyone involved. You don’t have to grapple with these challenges alone. ... read more →
Jun
08
There is always a lot of uncertainty when it comes to the property you’re buying. Title insurance is a worthwhile investment that will protect your assets down the road. Matthias Duensing is an experienced residential and commercial real estate lawyer in Toronto with the expertise to set your affairs in... read more →
Apr
09
What exactly is the protocol if a seller were to deliberately misrepresent a property during a sale by failing to disclose the previous on-site homicide of one of its residents? A recent case; Wang v. Shao, 2019 BCCA 130 sheds some light on the matter. The British Columbia Court of... read more →
Apr
08
On April 7, 2020, Ontario released an emergency Order in Council made under s. 7.1. of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, allowing the virtual signing of wills and powers of attorney. What does this Order mean for our clients? The virtual signing is allowed temporarily only, namely... read more →
Mar
26
Important COVID-19 Update: Our office remains open although we are working remotely, where possible, to limit the need for in-person meetings. We remain accessible by phone, email and video conferencing to field your concerns in a timely manner. Call us at 416-601-4769 or email us at matt@duensinglaw.com We use various... read more →
Mar
16
During these uncertain times, we at Duensing Law continue to be available for your estate planning, probate and real estate needs. We minimize your risk and the risk to our staff through the use of Zoom, Skype and phone conferencing. Documents that require original signatures can, in some instances, be... read more →
Mar
10
Protecting your estate and financial assets is a top priority for anyone involved in such circumstances and a good probate lawyer can prepare and guide you through the process. Probate lawyers are also known as estate administration lawyers or estate attorneys and they handle advising the beneficiaries of a deceased... read more →