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Living Across Borders: Estate Planning Lessons from a Destination Wedding

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This blog has been written by Pritika Deepak, Associate at Fasken LLP. Last week, I was in sunny Trinidad and Tobago celebrating the wedding of a close friend. We first met years ago when she came to Canada for undergraduate studies and later built a life in Toronto. The wedding brought together friends and family from across the globe, many of whom, like the bride, had meaningful connections to Canada….

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Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Wills

How Far Does a Power of Attorney for Personal Care Go? Limits Reaffirmed in Orr v Orr, 2025 ONSC 4986

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Today’s Post by Brianna Fable-Watson, Articling Student at Gowling WLG | Gowling WLG Ontario courts continue to emphasize that the authority granted to attorneys for personal care is legally constrained and subject to competing statutory rights, particularly in long-term care settings. The decision in Orr v Orr, 2025 ONSC 4986 (CanLII) provides a clear illustration of the limits of a power of attorney for personal care, where the Ontario Superior….

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Powers of Attorney – Can Conflict be Related to a Gender Imbalance?

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A colleague recently mentioned that he and his siblings were shocked when his mom suffered a stroke without warning. One minute, she was an active 70-year-old in good health, and the next, he and his siblings were suddenly responsible for her care and finances. His mother had signed Power of Attorney (POA) documents, but the enactment of those directions and the unequal representation of the siblings started a long list….

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Why Young Adults Need an Estate Plan—Even If They Don’t Own a House

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Back in 2019, I wrote a blog about estate planning for younger adults and the importance of addressing this often-overlooked issue. Today, I thought I would revisit and update this topic. Young adults often assume that estate planning is only relevant for older adults or wealthy individuals. When I was in my early 20s, even while working as an estate administration clerk, it wasn’t something I seriously considered for myself…..

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Planning for the People You Love

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This blog has been written by Latoya Brown, Associate at Fasken LLP Valentine’s Day is often associated with flowers, cards, and grand gestures. But beyond the chocolates and celebrations, February also offers a quieter reminder of what truly matters: the people we care about. It’s an opportunity to pause and reflect on how we show care, not just through gestures or words, but through thoughtful planning and intention for the….

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Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Family Conflict, Power of Attorney, Succession Planning, Wills

Please “Designate” on my Behalf: Welcome Amendments to the Ontario Succession Law Reform Act

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This blog post has been written by Darren G. Lund, Partner at Fasken LLP With the holiday season having only recently passed (although in many ways it feels like a long time ago already), I am reminded of how easy it is for news items to get lost in the hustle and bustle of year-end planning and preparations. In the estate planning world, this past year-end contained a welcome development….

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