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Interpretation of a testamentary provision regarding the definition of a spouse

Post author:Allen Madelin Lawyers Avocats
Post published:April 7, 2026
Post category:Wills & Estates Law

Interpretation of a testamentary provision regarding the definition of a spouse Interpretation of a Testamentary Provision Regarding the Definition of a Spouse in Quebec Under Québec law, the interpretation of…

ARE YOU A DE FACTO (COMMON LAW) SPOUSE?

Post author:Allen Madelin Lawyers Avocats
Post published:January 30, 2023
Post category:Family Law

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laxZPFSSGRs&t=506s Quebec does not recognize common law spouses in the same way as the other Canadian provinces. Yet, some legislative acts provide for some benefits for a surviving de facto…