James Steele Joins Robertson Stromberg LLP Partnership

Congratulations to James Steele who became Robertson Stromberg’s newest partner on January 1, 2023. James joined Robertson Stromberg as an articling student and, since his call to the bar in 2015, has been an important member of the litigation department.

James has distinguished himself as a leading practitioner in estate litigation. James has successfully represented clients in dozens of estate disputes, having appeared successfully in every level of Saskatchewan court. He has also successfully presented written submissions to the Supreme Court of Canada. James publishes a blog on Saskatchewan estate law at skestatelaw.ca

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James Steele featured in January 2022 edition of Canadian Lawyer Magazine

James Steele is featured in the January 2022 edition of Canadian Lawyer Magazine. In it, James discusses the reasons why an up-to-date Power of Attorney is more important than ever. Read the article here.Related News and Articles

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...

James Steele featured in Winter 2021 Edition of Bar Notes

James’ most recent article relating to Professional Regulation and the Duty of Fairness in Investigations is featured in the Winter 2021 edition of Bar Notes, the magazine of the Canadian Bar Association Saskatchewan Branch. In it, James canvasses recent case law and...

Tiffany Paulsen, Q.C., Elected to Bencher of the Law Society of Saskatchewan

Congratulations to Tiffany Paulsen, Q.C. on her election to Bencher of the Law Society of Saskatchewan. The Benchers govern Saskatchewan’s law society by setting and enforcing standards for admissions, professional conduct and quality of service. More...

Robertson Stromberg named one of Canada’s Best Law Firms of 2022

Robertson Stromberg has been named one of Canada's Best Law Firms of 2022 by The Globe and Mail. Canada’s best law firms were identified in 28 different legal fields, based on the number of recommendations they received for a respective legal field. Robertson...

James Steele presents at STLA Fall Conference

STLA Fall Conference Challenging Wealth Transfers: Themes, Trends & ToolsJames Steele will be presenting at the STLA’s fall conference: Challenging Wealth Transfers: Themes, Trends and Tools on October 22, 2021. James’ presentation is entitled “Steps in a Will...

Robertson Stromberg named a Top Prairie Law Firm by Canadian Lawyer

Robertson Stromberg is honoured to be chosen as one of Canadian Lawyer magazine's Top Prairie firms. The firm was listed among the top five law firms in Saskatchewan in the 2021-22 edition of Canadian Lawyer's annual survey. Canadian Lawyer magazine asks lawyers,...

Funeral expenses: Why executors should pay them promptly

This article discusses the payment of funeral expenses out of an estate, and why executors should pay them promptly. The first reason is practical. After death, the funeral home is often the first to provide a service to the estate. It disposes of the body in a safe...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Nicklen Estate, 2021 SKQB 208

The recent Saskatchewan decision in Nicklen Estate offers a reminder of the importance of making changes to your will while you still can. If you draft “notes to self” but postpone actual changes to your will, it may be too late.

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James Steele Joins Robertson Stromberg LLP Partnership

Related News and Articles

James Steele featured in January 2022 edition of Canadian Lawyer Magazine

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

James Steele featured in Winter 2021 Edition of Bar Notes

Tiffany Paulsen, Q.C., Elected to Bencher of the Law Society of Saskatchewan

Robertson Stromberg named one of Canada’s Best Law Firms of 2022

James Steele presents at STLA Fall Conference

Robertson Stromberg named a Top Prairie Law Firm by Canadian Lawyer

Funeral expenses: Why executors should pay them promptly

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Nicklen Estate, 2021 SKQB 208