Join Jennifer Pereira, Q.C. at the STLA Spring Conference “Winning Without A Trial”

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On May 6, 2022, Jennifer Pereira, Q.C. will co-present “Cut and Run: Getting your Client out of Multi-Party proceedings.” This presentation will provide an overview of Pierringer and Mary Carter agreements and how to implement them successfully in Saskatchewan. You can register for the STLA’s spring conference here.

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Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Campbell v. Cooper, 2017 Carswell Sask 334, 2017 SKCA 55

This article offers a case comment on a 2017 Saskatchewan decision, Campbell v. Cooper. The decision reminds us that beneficiaries who have been wronged by an executor should remember to begin an action within 2 years of when they discover said wrong.Facts: The...

James Steele presents to STEP Canada

James Steele presented on February 23, 2022, to STEP Canada, an internationally recognized body of trust and estate practitioners. James presented on the topic of contested estates, and how to navigate such disputes. Related News and Articles

Family Violence in Family Law

When asked to make a parenting order, courts will consider family violence as a factor relating to the child’s circumstances and, ultimately, their best interests. But what if the evidence is controverted? One consideration is credibility. In assessing the appropriate...

Misty Alexandre presents to the Mechanical Contractors Association of Saskatchewan on the new Prompt Payment Legislation

In a session geared especially for MCAS members, Misty Alexandre presented on the incoming prompt payment legislation. The session focused on how the new Builder’s Lien (Prompt Payment) Amendment Act will impact infrastructure owners, the design community, and...

Misty Alexander and Jared Epp present to the Saskatchewan Construction Association on the new Prompt Payment Legislation for Owners

In a session geared especially for owners, Misty Alexander and Jared Epp offer a webinar with a focus on the incoming prompt payment legislation and its impact on infrastructure owners, the design community, and contractors. Register here.Tuesday, February 1, 2022...

Misty Alexandre and Jared Epp present to the Saskatchewan Construction Association on the new Prompt Payment Legislation

In a session geared especially for contractors, Misty Alexandre and Jared Epp presented to the Saskatchewan Construction Association on the incoming prompt payment legislation. The session focused on how the new Builder’s Lien (Prompt Payment) Amendment Act will...

Can a complainant appeal the outcome of a professional regulatory investigation?

The process for most professional regulatory complaints is largely the same: (1) a complaint is lodged with the regulator; (2) an investigation is undertaken; (3) the investigating body either determines that no further action should be undertaken or the complaint is...

Estate Litigation Update: Poole v Dailey, 2020 SKQB 226

I practise in the area of estate litigation and am often reminded of the importance of having a clearly drafted Will. A good recent example comes from the decision in Poole v Dailey, 2020 SKQB 226. The deceased had left his estate between his two children, Brian and...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Hayes v Swift, 2021 SKQB 132

The recent decision in Hayes v Swift, 2021 SKQB 132 offers a reminder that beneficiaries should ensure they have real evidence of executor wrongdoing before they bring a court application against an executor. Facts: The testator, Bernard William Hayes, had passed...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Whelan v Chaszewski, 2021 SKQB 286

The recent decision in Whelan v Chaszewski, 2021 SKQB 286 offers guidance for a situation in which two competing parties want to be appointed to administer an estate. The lesson from Whelan is that a court will not generally appoint a party who has a potential...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Vance (Re), 2021 SKQB 320

The recent decision in Vance (Re), 2021 SKQB 320, reminds us of the importance of keeping our wills updated. The application in Vance was brought by De-Anna Lynn Bailey, in relation to the estate of her nephew, James Benjamin Gilbert Vance (“Deceased”). Background To...

Can I quit my job to avoid paying my ex child support?

The answer is no, probably not. If a payor is seeking to quit their job simply to avoid paying child support, this is likely a non-starter. However, if a payor’s reduction in income falls within one of the reasonable exceptions, and evidence supporting this is...

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Join Jennifer Pereira, Q.C. at the STLA Spring Conference “Winning Without A Trial”

Related News and Articles

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Campbell v. Cooper, 2017 Carswell Sask 334, 2017 SKCA 55

James Steele presents to STEP Canada

Family Violence in Family Law

Misty Alexandre presents to the Mechanical Contractors Association of Saskatchewan on the new Prompt Payment Legislation

Misty Alexander and Jared Epp present to the Saskatchewan Construction Association on the new Prompt Payment Legislation for Owners

Misty Alexandre and Jared Epp present to the Saskatchewan Construction Association on the new Prompt Payment Legislation

Can a complainant appeal the outcome of a professional regulatory investigation?

Estate Litigation Update: Poole v Dailey, 2020 SKQB 226

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Hayes v Swift, 2021 SKQB 132

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Whelan v Chaszewski, 2021 SKQB 286

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Vance (Re), 2021 SKQB 320

Can I quit my job to avoid paying my ex child support?