A Notary Public and Justice of the Peace are both individuals who offer services in order to verify identity and authenticate true copies of documents. To ensure that you are receiving the most appropriate service, however, it is essential to identify the differences between the two. What is a Justice of the Peace? Justices of… Read More
The recent death of Gerald Cotten, former Chief Executive Officer of Canadian cryptocurrency exchange company, Quadriga CX, emphasises the importance of planning your electronic after-life. Mr Cotton’s death in India at the age of 30 has reiterated the chaos that can be created if digital assets have not been considered in an Estate plan. Mr… Read More
Families and money can sometimes be a volatile combination. In circumstances where a divorce or separation occurs and a new will isn’t drafted, complications can arise. In this blog, we review what it means to have an inheritance included in the asset pool of a separating couple. Why is inheritance an asset? When a separating… Read More
When a relationship or marriage ends, people often fear that they will need to go to court to deal with the separation of joint assets and liabilities, and arrangements for their children. This can be extremely stressful for those involved. Do I need to go to Court? It is not the case that people automatically… Read More
It is becoming increasingly common that couples receive financial assistance from their parents. This can be through the transfer of property, the giving of money or both. Although helpful for major financial decisions such as the purchase of property, this assistance can cause issues if the couple separates, as there can be a dispute as… Read More