Testamentary Freedom vs. Dependant Support in Ontario

In Ontario, the Succession Law Reform Act (SLRA) governs the distribution of a deceased person’s estate. While individuals have the right to create a will…
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How do Spouses Share the Increase in a Home’s Value After Separation?

For divorcing spouses in Ontario, the Family Law Act equalizes the value of each party’s net family property. Importantly, the value of the matrimonial home…
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NULaw Honoured by Inclusion in 2025 Edition of Best Law Firms™ – Canada

NULaw is proud to be named in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms™ – Canada in recognition of its dedication to high-quality trusts and…
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Income or Else: Divorce, Child Support, and the Duty to Earn Income

In Ontario, divorced or separated parents are legally obligated to support their children. This obligation extends to earning income to the best of their ability.…
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Sibling Wills in Ontario Estate Planning

The concept of sibling wills, wherein two or more siblings create wills with similar provisions, has gained traction as a strategic estate planning tool. This…
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Mirror Wills & Estate Planning Considerations in Ontario

Estate planning is a complex endeavour. As such, the allure of simplicity often leads couples to consider mirror wills. While this approach offers certain benefits,…
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NULaw Partner Lex Arbesman Named to 2025 Best Lawyers™ List

NULaw is pleased to congratulate partner Lex Arbesman on being named to the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada™. Since its first publication…
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Can Debt be Recovered Through Spousal Support?

Following separation, spouses may have jointly held debts, or a spouse may incur costs that should be borne by both parties. Usually, this burden of…
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How Does the Clean Hands Doctrine Arise in Family Litigation?

Parties who are going to court need to be prepared for a range of allegations that can arise from a dispute. In some cases, a…
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Are Child Welfare Agencies Liable to Parents or Foster Families?

Child welfare agencies take responsibility over children who are in their care. But, do they owe any duty of care to biological parents or foster…
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