Can you disinherit your spouse in Quebec? What is the impact of the family patrimony? In Quebec, a person generally has considerable freedom to decide who will inherit their estate.…
Mandate in Case of Incapacity and Family Exploitation A mandate in case of incapacity, now generally called a protection mandate in Quebec, is one of the principal legal tools available…
International Wills and Estates Caveats and a Lawyer in Quebec International families are increasingly common. A person may live in Quebec, own a condominium in Florida, maintain a bank account…
How do I become my father's mandatary? When a parent begins to lose the ability to manage personal affairs, finances or important decisions, one of the first questions families often…
Pension beneficiary dispute — seeking a lawyer’s advice in Quebec A pension beneficiary dispute in Quebec can arise when family members, a surviving spouse, an estate or another person disagrees…
Your buyer does not want to proceed with a notarized deed – what you can do? Selling a property in Quebec can become unexpectedly complicated when, after an accepted promise…
Selling a Real Estate Property from an Estate to an Heir in Quebec When a person dies owning a house, condominium, land, rental property or other real estate in Quebec,…
Question of the Interpretation of a Last Will Clause The interpretation of a last will clause can become one of the most important questions in the administration of an estate.…
A Lawyer for an Incapable Person in Montreal When an adult becomes unable to make certain decisions or to protect their own interests, Québec law provides several legal mechanisms to…
Historic Title Search A historic title search is the process of examining the legal history of a property to determine how ownership has changed over time and to identify rights,…