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One of the most important decisions when preparing your will and powers of attorney isn’t about what happens after you pass away – it’s about who will handle your finances if you become unable to do so yourself.

One of the most sensitive conversations we have with clients involves family members they’d prefer not to inherit from their estate. Whether it’s due to estrangement, poor financial decisions, addiction issues, or simply feeling that one child has already received enough support during their lifetime, parents often ask: “Can I completely leave someone out of my will?”

One of the most devastating things that can happen to a family after someone passes away is having their will declared invalid. We’ve seen families torn apart by legal battles when disappointed beneficiaries claim their loved one “wasn’t of sound mind” when the will was created.

When we sit down to help parents name guardians who can raise their minor kids if something happens to them, we often have to work through one sticking point: how much money plays into the factor of “what makes a good guardian.”

When we help Manitoba families prepare their wills and powers of attorney, we often focus on the tangible assets – the house, the car, the bank accounts. But what about your digital footprint? Your photos stored in the cloud, your social media accounts, your cryptocurrency, or even your Netflix subscription?

Running a successful sole proprietorship in Manitoba? Congratulations! But as your business grows and profits increase, you might be wondering if it’s time to take the next step: incorporation.

Running a successful sole proprietorship in Manitoba? Congratulations! But as your business grows and profits increase, you might be wondering if it’s time to take the next step: incorporation.

We live in an increasingly digital world. From cryptocurrency to monetized social media accounts, more of our valuable assets exist purely online. Yet most Canadians haven’t considered what happens to these digital assets when they pass away.

Being named as an executor is both an honor and a significant responsibility. If a loved one has designated you to handle their estate after they pass away, understanding what this role entails can help you navigate this challenging process with confidence.

Signing a commercial lease is one of the most significant commitments a business owner will make. Whether you’re launching a new venture or expanding to a new location, the terms of your lease will impact your business operations and financial health for years to come. While it might be tempting to handle negotiations yourself, the complexity of commercial leases makes professional legal guidance invaluable.