Law

Contesting A Will Is Sometimes The Best Course Of Action

20 January 2021
 Categories: Law, Blog

When a loved one passes, the event can bring about a certain level of confusion and sometimes chaos. Unfortunately, the severity of these concerns is only elevated when there is an issue with the will left behind. However, even though the action of seeking legal recourse when there is a discrepancy with the will is not necessarily the most favorable path, in some instances, not only is it warranted, but it is necessary. Read More …

Hiring A Criminal Defense Lawyer

28 July 2020
 Categories: Law, Blog

There are many potential ways in which one might find themselves needing to defend against criminal charges, and in any of them finding a competent criminal defense lawyer is a requisite. A criminal defense lawyer's entire purpose is to be your advocate and to always act in your best interest. They are there to provide counsel, review evidence, negotiate with the prosecution, and really handle everything else in between. Not all cases end up going to court (i. Read More …

Creating An Estate Plan

25 September 2019
 Categories: Law, Blog

It's important to have a set-in-stone plan for your family if something should happen to you. Although no one likes to think about this, it is important for you to make sure you make things as easy as possible on your loved ones after you are gone. Also, it will be comforting for you to know that your wishes are respected once you are gone and the best way for you to know this is to make sure you make your wishes known by creating an estate plan. Read More …

One Distinct Difference In The Criminal Law Of Canada

29 June 2019
 Categories: Law, Blog

If you need a criminal lawyer in Canada, you should know that there are many differences between the way that the court system in the U.S. and the "Crown" executes fair and impartial judgement upon you. For one, there is no death penalty in Canada, but the equivalent punishment for an equally heinous crime is not much better. There is also the issue of proving both mens rea and actus reus. In Canada, the Crown (which is the Canadian equivalent to a District Attorney and judge/judicial location) has to prove that you had both the intention to commit the crime or crimes with which you are charged, and that you were actually the one that committed said crime(s). Read More …

Marrying A Canadian Citizen And Divorce: What The Rest Of The World Needs To Know

16 February 2018
 Categories: Law, Blog

If you marry a Canadian citizen, do you know what happens if you pursue divorce? What about an annulment? In Canada, these mean very different things than they do in the United States, or in any other country for that matter. If you are engaged to a Canadian citizen, you should educate yourself on all of the following. Annulment Annulment is only granted on the grounds of an illegitimate or unrecognized marriage, or when one partner is unable to consummate the marriage. Read More …