Andrea Charlie named chair of CBA Wills, Estates & Trusts Law Section

Congratulations to Andrea Charlie on being named Chair of the CBA (Sask) Wills, Estates & Trusts Law Section

The Wills, Estates and Trusts Law section of the Canadian Bar Association (Sask) examines legal and policy issues related to estate planning, administration, capacity, and succession. Under Andrea’s leadership, it will continue to support law reform, professional development, and best practices in this important area of law. For more information click, here.

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Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Martin v Martin, 2022 SKCA 79

The recent Saskatchewan Queen’s Bench decision in Peters (Estate) (Re), 2022 SKQB 186 prohibits the practice of altering an affidavit without actually re-swearing it.Factual background: The background facts in Peters can be described as follows: Antonia Peters died on...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Martin v Martin, 2022 SKCA 79

The recent Saskatchewan Court of Appeal decision in Martin v Martin, 2022 SKCA 79 offers a reminder of the litigation which can ensue when a person puts another family member on title, and a dispute later arises as to whether that person holds beneficial title, or,...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Kaushik v Kaushik, 2022 SKQB 135

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Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Choquette v Viczko, 2021 SKQB 167

The recent decision in Choquette v Viczko, 2021 SKQB 167, offers a new interpretation of s. 50.5 of the Administration of Estates Act (“Act”).Background: Under s. 50.5 of the Act, if an executor sells land to which a beneficiary is beneficially entitled, the executor...

Feedback Request – Proposed Amendments to Wills Act

CBASK wishes to advise of a proposal brought forward by CBASK member David Ukrainetz, McKercher LLP for the enactment of franchise legislation. The proposed legislation would provide a general scheme of protections for franchise businesses in Saskatchewan. CBASK is in...

Exemptions when Dividing Family Property: What You Need to Know

Many twists and turns are involved when dividing family property following a separation. There are special rules for dividing the family home, equitable claims that can be made, and many issues to consider. One such issue which can add complexity is exemption claims....

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Andrea Charlie named chair of CBA Wills, Estates & Trusts Law Section

Andrea Charlie named chair of CBA Wills, Estates & Trusts Law Section

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