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Exploring Brantford: The Telephone City, Birthplace of Bell's Invention
Legal Services
May 16, 2025Liu Yan
9 min read

Exploring Brantford: The Telephone City, Birthplace of Bell's Invention

Discover the historic city of Brantford, Ontario, known as 'The Telephone City' where Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone in 1874, and explore its rich Indigenous culture and industrial heritage.

Visiting Canada's Historic City: Brantford Superior Court
Legal Services
May 9, 2025Liu Yan
8 min read

Visiting Canada's Historic City: Brantford Superior Court

Exploring the historic city of Brantford, Ontario, and its Superior Court of Justice, where tradition meets modern legal services in a heritage setting.

Kiera Kagan's Story: A Wake-Up Call for Family Law
Family Law
May 2, 2025Liu Yan
10 min read

Kiera Kagan's Story: A Wake-Up Call for Family Law

A tragic case from 2020 involving a 4-year-old girl and her father highlights the failures of the family law system in protecting children, particularly concerning parental visitation rights when there are warnings about violent tendencies.

Separated, Is the Violence Still There? Beware of These 'Invisible Harms'!
Family Law
April 25, 2025Liu Yan
9 min read

Separated, Is the Violence Still There? Beware of These 'Invisible Harms'!

After separation, violence doesn't necessarily end. Some abusers change their tactics, continuing to pressure and control victims, even making it impossible to guard against.

The Art of Ending a Marriage: Saying Goodbye with High Emotional Intelligence, Avoiding Legal Conflicts
Family Law
April 18, 2025Liu Yan
9 min read

The Art of Ending a Marriage: Saying Goodbye with High Emotional Intelligence, Avoiding Legal Conflicts

Marriage is a journey full of hope and promises, but when a relationship comes to an end, knowing how to conclude it with high emotional intelligence, avoiding unnecessary legal disputes, becomes particularly important.

Thinking of divorce? How to protect the house under the other party's name?
Family Law
April 11, 2025Liu Yan
8 min read

Thinking of Divorce? How to Protect the House Under the Other Party's Name?

Key points regarding matrimonial housing and related legal issues. A comprehensive guide to protecting property rights during divorce proceedings.

Is a handwritten will reliable? Look here!
Estate Planning
April 4, 2025Liu Yan
8 min read

Is a Handwritten Will Reliable? Look Here!

Heard of holographic wills? They are wills written and signed by hand, no witnesses needed, seem convenient, but there are things to pay attention to if you really want to use one!

Will and Estate Planning: How to Legally Disinherit Heirs?
Estate Planning
March 28, 2025Liu Yan
8 min read

Will and Estate Planning: How to Legally Disinherit Heirs?

Will Disinheritance: These things need attention! A comprehensive guide to understanding the legal process of disinheriting an heir, including requirements, challenges, and special considerations for spouses and dependents.

Someone Passed Away, What About the Inheritance? Read This and You'll Understand!
Estate Planning
March 21, 2025Liu Yan
7 min read

Someone Passed Away, What About the Inheritance? Read This and You'll Understand!

When someone close passes away, estate issues can be complex. Feeling lost? Don't worry, let's explore these simple and practical tips for estate management.

Won the lawsuit, how to recover the money? Ontario enforcement secrets!
Civil Law
March 14, 2025Liu Yan
9 min read

Won the Lawsuit, How to Recover the Money? Ontario Enforcement Secrets!

Won the lawsuit, how to recover the money? Ontario enforcement secrets! A comprehensive guide to judgment enforcement and debt recovery in Ontario, including effective collection methods and legal procedures.

Ontario Small Claims Court Trial: How to handle it yourself?
Civil Law
March 7, 2025Liu Yan
8 min read

Ontario Small Claims Court Trial: How to Handle It Yourself?

Ontario Small Claims Court Trial: How to handle it yourself? A comprehensive guide to representing yourself in Small Claims Court, including preparation, evidence, and court procedures.

Ontario Small Claims: How does mediation proceed?
Civil Law
February 28, 2025Liu Yan
7 min read

Ontario Small Claims Court Process 3: Settlement Conference Stage

Ontario Small Claims: How does mediation proceed? A comprehensive guide to the settlement conference stage in Ontario's Small Claims Court process, including preparation and participation strategies.

Ontario Small Claims: How to file a lawsuit and respond to a lawsuit?
Civil Law
February 21, 2025Liu Yan
8 min read

Ontario Small Claims Court Process 2: Filing and Defence Stage

Ontario Small Claims: How to file a lawsuit and respond to a lawsuit? A comprehensive guide to the filing and defence stages in Ontario's Small Claims Court process.

Ontario Small Claims Litigation: Must Read Before Filing a Lawsuit!
Civil Law
February 14, 2025Liu Yan
7 min read

Ontario Small Claims Court Process 1: Preparation Before Filing a Lawsuit

Ontario Small Claims Litigation: Must Read Before Filing a Lawsuit! A comprehensive guide to preparing for a small claims court lawsuit in Ontario, including essential steps and requirements.

Ontario Small Claims Court: Litigation can be this simple!
Civil Law
February 7, 2025Liu Yan
6 min read

Small Claims Court: Serving the Public's "People's Court"

Ontario Small Claims Court: Litigation can be this simple! A comprehensive guide to Small Claims Court, its accessibility, low cost, and quick dispute resolution for the general public.

Divorce and property division? Ontario's rules are truly unique!
Family Law
January 31, 2025Liu Yan
8 min read

Overview of Ontario's Family Law Act: Legal Framework for Protecting Marriage, Common-Law Relationships, and Family Rights

Divorce and property division? Ontario's rules are truly unique! A comprehensive overview of Ontario's Family Law Act and its legal framework for protecting family rights.

How are childcare costs divided? Parents must all contribute!
Family Law
January 24, 2025Liu Yan
7 min read

Section 7 Expenses in Family Law: Definition, Allocation, and Importance of Childcare Expenses

How are childcare costs divided? Parents must all contribute! A comprehensive understanding of the definition, allocation principles, and importance of childcare expenses in family law to ensure children receive proper care.

How to divide the house? Choosing the right method is very important!
Real Estate Law
January 17, 2025Liu Yan
8 min read

Analysis of Property Ownership Methods in Ontario: How to Protect Property Inheritance Rights Through Forms of Ownership

How to divide the house? Choosing the right method is very important! A comprehensive analysis of property ownership methods in Ontario, understanding how to protect property inheritance rights through forms of ownership.

Divorce and property division: Don't be confused! Learn about Ontario's 'Property Lock'
Family Law
January 10, 2025Liu Yan
8 min read

Registration of Matrimonial Home in Ontario: A Comprehensive Analysis and Importance of Protecting Spousal Rights

Divorce and property division: Don't be confused! Learn about Ontario's 'Property Lock' and how it protects spousal rights in family housing designation registration.

In Ontario, how can property transfer between spouses be tax-exempt?
Real Estate Law
January 3, 2025Liu Yan
9 min read

Analysis of Land Transfer Tax Exemption Conditions Between Spouses in Ontario: How to Legally Enjoy Tax Reductions

In Ontario, how can property transfer between spouses be tax-exempt? A comprehensive guide to land transfer tax exemption conditions between spouses in Ontario and how to legally enjoy tax reductions.

Divorce and mortgage? These details cannot be missed!
Family Law
December 27, 2024Liu Yan
7 min read

Property Loan Processing in Divorce or Separation: How to Reasonably Allocate Costs and Protect Both Parties' Rights

Divorce and mortgage? These details cannot be missed! A comprehensive guide to handling property loans during divorce or separation and how to protect both parties' rights and financial interests.

Divorce and Property Division: Don't overlook these details!
Family Law
December 20, 2024Liu Yan
8 min read

Property Transfer in Divorce or Separation: How Lawyers Protect Your Rights

Divorce and Property Division: Don't overlook these details! A comprehensive guide to property transfer during divorce or separation and how lawyers protect your rights and financial interests.

Will disputes drag on for too long, what if the evidence is lost?
Estate Planning
December 13, 2024Liu Yan
6 min read

Collision of Will Validity and Limitation Period: Orenchuk V. Dean Case Analysis (2022 ONSC 4538)

Will disputes drag on for too long, what if the evidence is lost? A comprehensive analysis of the Orenchuk v. Dean case highlighting the complexities of will validity and limitation periods in estate disputes.

Estate Dispute: Elder sister takes all, younger sister is not convinced!
Estate Planning
December 6, 2024Liu Yan
7 min read

Dispute over Testamentary Capacity and Costs in Wills: Di Nunzio V. Di Nunzio Case Analysis (2022 ONCA 889)

Estate Dispute: Elder sister takes all, younger sister is not convinced! A comprehensive analysis of the Di Nunzio v. Di Nunzio case highlighting the complexities of testamentary capacity and cost allocation in will disputes.

Will Validity Dispute: Can illness affect testamentary capacity?
Estate Planning
November 29, 2024Liu Yan
8 min read

Collision of Testamentary Capacity and Expert Testimony: Kates Estate V. Fatica Case Analysis (2020 ONSC 7046)

Will Validity Dispute: Can illness affect testamentary capacity? A comprehensive analysis of the Kates Estate v. Fatica case highlighting the complexities of testamentary capacity assessment and expert testimony in estate disputes.

Family Farm Inheritance Dispute: How should the will clause be interpreted?
Estate Planning
November 22, 2024Liu Yan
7 min read

Dispute over Will Clauses and Property Interpretation: VanSickle V. VanSickle Case Analysis (2022 ONCA 643)

Family Farm Inheritance Dispute: How should the will clause be interpreted? A comprehensive analysis of the VanSickle v. VanSickle case highlighting the complexities of will interpretation and property disputes in estate planning.

Ontario and Toronto Land Transfer Tax: Detailed Explanation
Real Estate Law
November 15, 2024Liu Yan
9 min read

Ontario and Toronto Land Transfer Tax: Detailed Explanation and Exemption Conditions

Comprehensive guide to land transfer tax calculations, rebate conditions, and exemption strategies for property transactions in Ontario and Toronto.

RRIF Tax Issues Triggered Estate Distribution Dispute
Estate Planning
November 8, 2024Liu Yan
7 min read

RRIF Tax Issues Triggered Estate Distribution Dispute: Morrison V. Morrison Case Analysis

What to do when encountering tax problems? A detailed analysis of the Morrison v. Morrison case highlighting RRIF tax treatment and estate distribution challenges.

Cross-Border Commercial Dispute Resolution Strategies
Commercial Law
November 1, 2024Liu Yan
8 min read

Cross-Border Commercial Dispute Resolution Strategies: Choosing Between International Arbitration and Litigation

Legal challenges in a globalized business environment: How to make wise choices between international arbitration and local litigation to protect your business interests.

Wealthy Family Estate Drama: How troublesome can it be not to make a will?
Estate Planning
October 25, 2024Liu Yan
6 min read

Conflict of Commercial Property and Estate Distribution: Andreacchi v. Andreacchi Case Analysis (2023 ONSC 4877)

Wealthy Family Estate Drama: How troublesome can it be not to make a will? A comprehensive analysis of the Andreacchi v. Andreacchi case highlighting the complexities of joint tenancy and estate distribution in commercial and residential property planning.