Buying a Home from a Builder: What you Should Know!

Real Estate Law

Having a brand new home, where you get to pick out all the finishes and fixtures is so exciting! No one else has ever lived in this home, it’s just yours and you get to make it exactly the way you want it. It’s a very attractive option to work with a builder and purchase…

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What is the Next Step if Your Refugee Claim is Rejected in Canada?

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Successfully qualifying for refugee status can be challenging, and if you have had a previous refugee claim rejected, you may be wondering what to do. Fortunately, there are some steps that you can take that may help to reverse a previous decision. If your claim has been denied, you should seek the help of an…

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How to find a business lawyer who works best with your business interests

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Running your very own small business is an exciting adventure, especially when it is your passion. One of the most conceptually frightening thoughts is, after you’ve put all this hard work into it, another party could potentially bring a claim against your business and threaten to take it all away.  Even the most careful business…

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7 Common Reasons for Why a Study Permit in Canada is Refused

7 Common Reasons for Why a Study Permit in Canada is Refused

When students from foreign countries wish to study in Canada, they will need to obtain a study permit and an entry visa before they can begin their studies abroad. There is a process for applying for both of these documents through the Canadian government. Recently there has been a rise in applications, and it has…

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4 reasons why you should have a lawyer prepare your will and testament

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You are probably aware that having a will and estate plan is important as it allows for you to formulate and manage your final wishes in a legal document and designate beneficiaries to your estate and belongings. Furthermore, it saves your family the stress of trying to guess what your wishes were and helps to…

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Your Rights to Speak to a Lawyer when you are Arrested. What You Need to Know

Criminal Law

If you have been charged with an offense and subsequently arrested, you have the right under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, to “retain and instruct counsel without delay and to be informed of that right.” What is the responsibility of police? In addition to informing you of your right to speak to a…

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An Overview of Civil Litigation and its Limitation Period

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If you are a party residing in Ontario and believe that you have valid grounds for a claim against another party or entity, you may be able to sue them for damages. It is important to keep in mind however that once the event occurs; there is a timeline during which you may proceed to…

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How an Immigration Lawyer Can Help You with Your Study Permit in Canada

Study Permit

Canada has many opportunities for international students, however navigating Canada’s immigration system to obtain your study permit can feel complicated and conceptually overwhelming. Working with a skilled immigration lawyer is highly important to ensure that the application process is simplified.  Eligibility to study in Canada In order to obtain a permit to study in Canada,…

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7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Franchise

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For many Canadians, buying a franchise seems like the ideal way to start a business. The business model and branding have already been developed so all you have to do is invest and then follow the playbook. But like any type of business, investing in a franchise can have its pitfalls if you are not…

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How Does a Real Estate Lawyer Help You Safely Navigate Buying and Selling During COVID-19?

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Working with a real estate lawyer is critically important when you are closing a real estate transaction. Your lawyer can help you with a number of important items from helping you draft or understand the legalities of the sale contract, conducting title searches for you, and ensuring that the funds from the transaction are transferred…

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