by Goldstein, Rosen & Rassos. Barristers & Solicitors. | Wills & Estates Law
The Ontario government continues to update legislation in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to allowing for remote witnessing of Wills and Powers of Attorney (see our earlier blog, here), the government has also amended legislation so that Wills and...
by Goldstein, Rosen & Rassos. Barristers & Solicitors. | Real Estate Law
COVID-19 has been declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization, and in addition to the effects it has had on the health of thousands, it has far-reaching implications for the global economy. COVID-19 has disrupted work for millions and has major consequences...
by Goldstein, Rosen & Rassos. Barristers & Solicitors. | Wills & Estates Law
The Ontario government has just announced major changes to the legislation affecting Wills and Powers of Attorney. The previous requirement when making these documents was that witnesses had to be in the physical presence of the person who was signing the documents....
by Goldstein, Rosen & Rassos. Barristers & Solicitors. | Real Estate Law
When a home inspection may not be enough? When buying a new home, it is always encouraged to inspect your new property. A home inspection can help identify potential problems in your new house prior to purchase. If you don’t insist on an inspection, you will not have...
by Goldstein, Rosen & Rassos. Barristers & Solicitors. | Wills & Estates Law
One of my most common questions as a lawyer is “Do I really need a Will?” My answer is always yes. In Ontario, if you die without a valid, complete Will, an intestacy is created, and the distribution of your estate will be governed entirely by the Succession Law...
