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Tiffany M. Paulsen, K.C. re-elected as Bencher for the Law Society of Saskatchewan

by Robertson Stromberg | Nov 20, 2024 | Awards and Accolades, Lawyers, News, Tiffany M Paulsen

Congratulations to Tiffany M. Paulsen, K.C., on her re-election as Bencher for the Law Society of Saskatchewan. The Law Society of Saskatchewan serves the public interest and advances the administration of justice by regulating competence and integrity in the practice...

Join Tiffany Paulsen, K.C. at the Law Society of Saskatchewan Family Law Seminar

by Robertson Stromberg | Nov 7, 2024 | Lawyers, News, Tiffany M Paulsen

Tiffany Paulsen, K.C. will be a panelist at the Law Society of Saskatchewan’s Family Law Seminar, Getting it Done: Resolving Family Proceedings on a Final Basis without Going to Trial. Held on November 21, 2024, Tiffany will present with the Honourable Gwen Goebel on...

Sean M. Sinclair Appointed Justice of the Saskatchewan Court of King’s Bench

by Robertson Stromberg | Nov 1, 2024 | Awards and Accolades, Lawyers, News, Sean M Sinclair

Robertson Stromberg LLP proudly announces that Sean M. Sinclair has been appointed Justice of the Saskatchewan Court of King's Bench. On November 1, 2024, the Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announced, "I wish Justice...

Robertson Stromberg LLP listed as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms of 2025 by the Globe and Mail

by Robertson Stromberg | Oct 24, 2024 | Awards and Accolades, Commercial Litigation, Commercial Transactions and Real Estate, Corporate Law and Governance, News

Robertson Stromberg LLP is proud to have once again been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms of 2025 by the Globe and Mail. The award list is based on over 10,000 recommendations collected from peers and clients. The final list recognizes only 200 firms in 31...

James Steele Presents to Law Students

by Robertson Stromberg | Oct 2, 2024 | James D Steele, Lawyers, News

James Steele will be presenting to law students at the University of Saskatchewan today. Students in Wills will hear from James on the topic of estate litigation from a practitioner’s perspective.Related News and Articles

Join Tiffany Paulsen, KC at the STLA Appellate Advocacy Seminar

by Robertson Stromberg | Sep 24, 2024 | Lawyers, News, Tiffany M Paulsen

Join Tiffany Paulsen, KC at the STLA Appellate Advocacy Seminar Tiffany Paulsen, KC will be a panelist at the STLA Appellate Advocacy Seminar on October 11, 2024. Co-presenting on the topic of current appellate caselaw, Tiffany will share her insights on how family...

Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. Appointed Coroner in Daniel Evans Inquest

by Robertson Stromberg | Sep 16, 2024 | Community, Lawyers, News, Timothy P Hawryluk

Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. will preside as coroner at the inquest relating to the death of Daniel Evans who died while held in custody at the Saskatoon Correctional Centre. The inquest is scheduled to start on September 16, 2024 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The purpose of...

13 Robertson Stromberg lawyers recognized in the Best Lawyers in Canada 2025 guide

by Robertson Stromberg | Aug 29, 2024 | Awards and Accolades, Candice D Grant, Christopher J H Donald, Darlene N Wingerak, Jared D Epp, Jennifer D Pereira, Kirsten M Hnatuk, Lawyers, Leslie W Prosser, M Kim Anderson, Melvin A Gerspacher, Misty S Alexandre, News, Scott D Waters, Sean M Sinclair, Tiffany M Paulsen

On behalf of the entire firm, we’re pleased to announce that 13 of our lawyers have been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2025 guide. In addition, Scott D. Waters, K.C., has received the prestigious “Lawyer of the Year” designation for his work in...

Join James Steele for a Law Society of Saskatchewan CPD Replay – When Estates Go to Court: Recent Saskatchewan Decisions

by Robertson Stromberg | Jun 26, 2024 | James D Steele, Lawyers, News

Several recent Saskatchewan decisions provide guidance on various estate law topics. These include issues related to estate administration, as well as more contentious issues such as will challenges. This webinar summarizes some of the recent Saskatchewan decisions...

Join Jennifer Pereira, K.C. at the Women Change Makers Panel hosted by CBA Saskatchewan

by Robertson Stromberg | Jun 6, 2024 | Jennifer D Pereira, Lawyers, News

Join Jennifer Pereira, K.C. at the Women Change Makers Panel hosted by CBA Saskatchewan Jennifer will be moderating a discussion with outstanding members of the legal profession in Saskatchewan. Representing the first female CBA Saskatchewan President, the...

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Buyer Beware: What You Need to Know About Land Zoning when Purchasing Property

by Robertson Stromberg | Dec 3, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Articles & Research, Construction, Lawyers, Sarah Bree

When purchasing a property many people forget one important thing: how is the land I am purchasing zoned? This is relatively simple to find an answer for, and the answer can have important consequences for your ownership of the property. In many cases the answer may...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Concentra Trust v Calvary United Church, 2024 SKKB 139

by Robertson Stromberg | Sep 25, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Articles & Research, Case Comments, Estate Litigation, James D Steele, Lawyers

The recent Saskatchewan King’s Bench decision in Concentra Trust v Calvary United Church, displays the Court’s power to save a charitable gift in a Will, so that an estate gift still flows to another charitable object which closely resembles the testator’s original...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Levesque v Klarenbach, 2024 SKKB 130

by Robertson Stromberg | Aug 28, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Articles & Research, Case Comments, Estate Litigation, James D Steele, Lawyers

The recent Saskatchewan King’s Bench decision in Levesque v Klarenbach, offers a reminder of the limits that some judges may impose on an application to compel disclosure from a power of attorney.Background: The background of Levesque involved the below facts: Darlene...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Miller v Miller Estate, 2024 SKCA 70

by Robertson Stromberg | Jul 22, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Articles & Research, Case Comments, Estate Litigation, James D Steele, Lawyers

The recent Saskatchewan Court of Appeal decision in Miller v Miller Estate, 2024 SKCA 70, confronted the issue of when a party, who seeks to appeal a decision made by a Chambers judge, first requires leave to appeal. For context, in order to appeal certain decisions...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Walker v Hunter, 2024 SKCA 34

by Robertson Stromberg | Jul 9, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Articles & Research, Estate Litigation, James D Steele, Lawyers

This post discusses the recent decision of the Court of Appeal for Saskatchewan in Walker v Hunter, 2024 SKCA 34. This decision offers an illustration of when a lawsuit may be struck out, on the basis that it is statute barred (i.e. commenced too late). Such a...

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Haines v Kuffner Estate, 2024 SKKB 51

by Robertson Stromberg | Jul 5, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Articles & Research, Estate Litigation, James D Steele, Lawyers

The recent Saskatchewan King’s Bench decision in Haines v Kuffner Estate is an example of the Court’s ability to validate a document, which may not have been executed with all the normal formalities. This flexibility offers the ability to ensure, as far as possible,...

The Emergence of Indigenous Court Systems: Planting the Seeds for a Métis Court in Saskatchewan

by Robertson Stromberg | May 29, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Articles & Research, Lawyers

In recent years, there has been an emergence of Indigenous-led justice systems across Canada and the world. In 2016, the Mohawk Band Council of Akwesasne introduced what is considered the first court in Canada for and by Indigenous people.[1] Similarly, other...

Do you need a development permit?

by Robertson Stromberg | May 17, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Articles & Research, Construction, Lawyers, Sarah Bree

Land is zoned to regulate development, ensure public health and safety, and promote the general welfare of the community. The Planning and Development Act (the “PDA”) gives local governing bodies the authority to oversee the planning process. Zoning bylaws dictate the...

To Post or Not to Post: Social Media, Informal Communication and Professional Obligations

by Robertson Stromberg | May 14, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Articles & Research, Lawyers, Media Law / Defamation, Sean M Sinclair

When I started practicing law, a partner at my firm warned me that "you're never not a lawyer". He explained that there is no clear distinction between your personal and professional life. As a lawyer, regardless of whether you were "off duty" or not, your...

Protecting Estate Inheritances from Family Law Claims

by Robertson Stromberg | May 9, 2024 | Area of Expertise, Articles & Research, Curtis P Clavelle, Estate Litigation, Wills, Estates, Trusts, Health Care Directives and Powers of Attorney

Most parents intend to leave at least a portion of their estates to their children. What some parents may not realize is that the inheritance they leave their children could turn into “divisible family property” down the road in the event a child’s spousal...

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Tiffany M. Paulsen, K.C. re-elected as Bencher for the Law Society of Saskatchewan

Join Tiffany Paulsen, K.C. at the Law Society of Saskatchewan Family Law Seminar

Sean M. Sinclair Appointed Justice of the Saskatchewan Court of King’s Bench

Robertson Stromberg LLP listed as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms of 2025 by the Globe and Mail

James Steele Presents to Law Students

Join Tiffany Paulsen, KC at the STLA Appellate Advocacy Seminar

Timothy Hawryluk, K.C. Appointed Coroner in Daniel Evans Inquest

13 Robertson Stromberg lawyers recognized in the Best Lawyers in Canada 2025 guide

Join James Steele for a Law Society of Saskatchewan CPD Replay – When Estates Go to Court: Recent Saskatchewan Decisions

Join Jennifer Pereira, K.C. at the Women Change Makers Panel hosted by CBA Saskatchewan

Articles

Buyer Beware: What You Need to Know About Land Zoning when Purchasing Property

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Concentra Trust v Calvary United Church, 2024 SKKB 139

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Levesque v Klarenbach, 2024 SKKB 130

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Miller v Miller Estate, 2024 SKCA 70

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Walker v Hunter, 2024 SKCA 34

Saskatchewan Estate Litigation Update: Haines v Kuffner Estate, 2024 SKKB 51

The Emergence of Indigenous Court Systems: Planting the Seeds for a Métis Court in Saskatchewan

Do you need a development permit?

To Post or Not to Post: Social Media, Informal Communication and Professional Obligations

Protecting Estate Inheritances from Family Law Claims