Civil Litigation Law
Everything You Need to Know About Getting a Divorce in Ontario
These days, it might seem like your wedding and the beginning of your marriage journey were part of another life. In the years since that joyful event, you now feel like this marriage is no longer serving you. You need room to breathe. It’s time to explore alternatives to your marriage. Unfortunately, divorce is a sobering reality for between 30%…
Read MoreWork Permit
Not everyone is looking to immigrate to Canada; however, instances do arise whereby a dream job or irresistible offer is too good to pass on. You may be reading this article attempting to decipher which documents are required. Do you require assistance from our experienced Immigration Lawyers at Minhas Lawyers LLP? What is a Work…
Read MoreOntario Probate Fee and Estate Administration Tax
The Estate Administration Tax or Probate fee is charged on the value of the estate of a deceased person if an estate certificate is applied for and is issued. The Probate fee is paid by the individual or individuals who apply for estate trustee certificate with or without a will. This tax or probate is…
Read MoreJoint Tenants And Tenants in Common
Homeownership is promising as there are many avenues available in Real Estate. In Ontario, concurrent ownership is typically divided into two categories: joint tenancy and tenants in common. In a joint tenancy, the partners own the whole property in equal shares, while tenants in common each have a definite share in the property. When deciding…
Read MoreSpouse Vs Common Law Partner
Those in healthy, long-term, romantic relationships may find the differences between common-law partnerships and legal marriages insignificant. While there are many similarities between legally recognized marriages and common-law partnerships, the differences can become very important upon the break-down of a relationship. Therefore, from time to time, instances arise whereby each type of relationship can benefit…
Read MoreCommencing a lawsuit in Ontario
If you want to start a lawsuit, it’s a good idea to retain a lawyer to assist you with the process. The first step is typically drafting and filing either a Statement of Claim or a Plaintiff’s Claim. A Plaintiff’s Claim commences proceedings in small claims court, and can be filed if the claimant is…
Read MoreTime Limits to Sue in Ontario
Deciding whether to sue someone is a big decision. Not only is litigation an expensive, time-consuming process, but it can also damage important relationships. It often takes time to decide whether it is really worth it to sue another person or entity. But how much time do you actually have to decide whether to sue…
Read MoreWhat There is to Know about Civil Litigation Law?
The world of law can be conceptually difficult to understand. It helps to have some basic knowledge of the types of legal assistance out there. Let’s take a look at a common branch of law civil litigation. What is Civil Litigation? Civil litigation is when there is a legal dispute between two or more parties.…
Read MoreHOW A CIVIL LITIGATION ATTORNEY CAN HELP YOU
When you hear terms like civil litigation or litigation attorney, it may be confusing as to what they actually mean or why you might need to hire one. In order to determine if you need a civil litigation lawyer, it is first important to understand what Civil Litigation is. A Civil Litigation happens when two,…
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