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
09
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 →
Feb
18
You’d agree when I say that having a solid succession plan in place is a huge responsibility - and a very important one at that. A succession plan addresses your personal and business goals and determines what happens to your estate and company after your passing. This document should be... read more →
Jan
22
Whether you are a student or employee, single or married, young or old, it’s nearly impossible to avoid certain legal processes that call for certain documents. This could be offering an affidavit for a divorce proceeding - which is essentially a sworn written statement by you that serves as an... read more →
Jan
15
Handling legalities after a loved one passes away can be a difficult task. Being an executor, administrator or trustee of an estate or trust is a large responsibility; one that many people find themselves unprepared for and require assistance to ensure the process goes smoothly. Duensing Law is a probate... read more →
Dec
30
Toronto Real Estate Lawyer. Do you need a reliable lawyer for your residential or commercial real estate transactions in Toronto? Buying or building your home is likely the single largest investment you will make in your lifetime and It is important that you hire a qualified lawyer to protect... read more →
Dec
30
Wills and Succession Planning Lawyer, Toronto A Last Will and Testament is one of the most crucial parts of your tax planning process. Duensing Law is a reliable Wills and Succession planning law firm in Toronto. Wills are the foundation of your estate and tax plan. Unintentional inaccuracies often... read more →