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Sinclair appointed to the Law Foundation of Saskatchewan

by Robertson Stromberg | Dec 11, 2020 | Lawyers, News, Sean M Sinclair

Sean Sinclair has been appointed to the board of directors of the Law Foundation of Saskatchewan. The Law Foundation of Saskatchewan serves an important role in promoting access to justice by funding organizations involved with legal education, legal research, legal aid, law libraries and law reform.

Steele Published in CBA Bar Notes

by Robertson Stromberg | Dec 10, 2020 | James D Steele, News

James Steele recently published a book review of former Chief Justice McLachlin’s memoir, which recounts her role as the first woman Chief Justice, and her time as the longest-serving Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada.

Marinko Jelovic joins board of directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters Saskatoon

by Robertson Stromberg | Nov 2, 2020 | Awards and Accolades, Community, Lawyers, Marinko J Jelovic, News

Congratulations to Marinko Jelovic, who joins the board of directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters Saskatoon. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada is a Federation comprised of 108 member agencies servicing more than 1,100 communities across the country. Together they...

Curtis Clavelle Appointed to Board of Directors of OUTSaskatoon

by Robertson Stromberg | Oct 28, 2020 | Community, Curtis P Clavelle, Lawyers, News

Curtis Clavelle has been appointed to the board of directors of OUTSaskatoon. OUTSaskatoon supports 2SLGBTQ people through peer support, counselling, education, resources, outreach and health services. Congratulations, Curtis! For more information about OUTSaskatoon...

Call for feedback on behalf of the CBA

by Robertson Stromberg | Oct 6, 2020 | James D Steele, Lawyers, News

James Steele is Legislation and Law Reform Director of CBA Saskatchewan. Comments are invited on the SK Government’s ongoing development of Regulations to support The Financial Planners and Financial Advisors Act. CBA Members are welcomed to review the Ontario draft...

Effect of Marriage or 24 Months of Cohabitation on Your Will – Changes to the Wills Act

by Robertson Stromberg | Sep 21, 2020 | Darlene N Wingerak, News, Wills, Estates, Trusts, Health Care Directives and Powers of Attorney

The law in Saskatchewan used to be that an existing will would be revoked when the will maker married or upon the will maker cohabiting in a spousal relationship continuously for two years, unless there was a declaration in the will that it was made in contemplation...

Saskatchewan Introduces Binding Pre-Trial Conferences

by Robertson Stromberg | Sep 21, 2020 | Jennifer D Pereira, Lawyers, News

The Saskatchewan Court of Queen’s Bench has amended its Rules of Court to provide for Binding Pre-Trial conferences. Typically, pre-trial conferences provide an informal setting for all parties to a civil or family law matter and a Justice of the Court of Queen’s...

Robertson Stromberg proudly supports YXE Men’s Night

by Robertson Stromberg | Sep 18, 2020 | Community, News

Robertson Stromberg is a proud sponsor of YXE Men’s Night. The event provides a meal, clothing and hygiene products to underserved men in the core community of Saskatoon. This year's event takes place Friday, September 25 between 1 and 4 pm at the City Centre Church...

Sean Sinclair presents at STLA Legal Symposium – Civil Law Track

by Robertson Stromberg | Sep 15, 2020 | News, Sean M Sinclair

STLA Legal Symposium II Virtual Tracks - Civil Law Sean M. Sinclair will be presenting at the STLA Legal Symposium - Civil Law Track on September 18. Sean will be providing members of the profession a primer on publication bans. September 18 | 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM CPD...

Robertson Stromberg ranked by Chambers Canada

by Robertson Stromberg | Sep 10, 2020 | Awards and Accolades, Christopher J H Donald, Lawyers, Leslie W Prosser, Melvin A Gerspacher, News

Chambers Canada is an independent research company that delivers rankings and insight into the world’s leading lawyers. Leslie Prosser Q.C., Melvin A. Gerspacher, Q.C., and Christopher J.H. Donald, Q.C. have been recognized by Chambers Canada as reliable and effective...

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Q&A: Hurt in a Car-Accident and someone needs to pay!

by Benjamin | Feb 4, 2019 | Articles & Research, Jennifer D Pereira, Q&A

Question: I have been in a car accident and suffered an injury. Can I sue the other driver?Answer: Saskatchewan is often referred to as a no-fault insurance jurisdiction. The reality is more nuanced. In Saskatchewan, you can elect to either have no-fault insurance or...

How to Avoid Challenges to your Will

by Robertson Stromberg | Jan 30, 2019 | Articles & Research, Estate Litigation, James D Steele, Wills, Estates, Trusts, Health Care Directives and Powers of Attorney

How to Avoid Challenges to your Will by James Steele Robertson Stromberg LLP, Saskatoon Having a Will is meant to provide comfort, and to make sure your family gets their inheritance when you pass on. Yet all too often Wills are challenged in court. This can...

Q&A: Share and share alike. Except nothing’s on paper

by Robertson Stromberg | Jan 30, 2019 | Articles & Research

Question: I farm with a family member and we don’t really have a formal ownership structure. We consider everything 50/50. Is there anything I should do to make sure we are on the same page?Answer: First off, you don’t want to start a family fight. It’s probably not...

Q&A: Collecting loans from friends

by Robertson Stromberg | Jan 15, 2019 | Articles & Research, Q&A

Question: I loaned some money to a friend and they won’t pay it back. What timelines should I be aware of, to make sure I don’t lose my chance to sue?Answer: If you lent money to a friend, you cannot wait forever to start a lawsuit. If you both agreed they would pay...

Q&A: You cannot get blood from a stone – the realities of judgment enforcement

by Benjamin | Jan 15, 2019 | Articles & Research, Q&A

Question: I have a judgment against someone who owes me money but they say they are broke. Is there any way to enforce my judgment and see if they have any assets?Answer: Getting a judgment can sometimes be the easy part, with the hard being to actually get paid....

Carlson v. Carlson Estate case comment

by Robertson Stromberg | Dec 11, 2018 | Articles & Research, Estate Litigation, James D Steele

This article offers an overview of the 2018 Saskatchewan decision in Carlson v. Carlson Estate, 2018 SKQB 196. Carlson reminds us of the importance of preserving evidence of just how “voluntary” a will is. If, in contrast, a particular beneficiary of the will is seen...

Case Comment Klassen v. Wiers Estate

by Robertson Stromberg | Dec 10, 2018 | Articles & Research, Estate Litigation, James D Steele, Succession Planning

This article offers an overview of the 2018 Saskatchewan decision in Klassen v. Estate of John Arnold Wiers, 2018 SKQB 32, 288 A.C.W.S. (3d) 598. Klassen was a decision which turned on a careful assembling of the evidence. While there was no single piece of magic...

Karpinski v. Zookewich Estate Case Comment

by Robertson Stromberg | Dec 5, 2018 | Articles & Research, Estate Litigation, James D Steele

This article offers an overview of the 2018 Saskatchewan Court of Appeal decision in Karpinski v. Zookewich Estate, 2018 SKCA 56. Karpinski offers helpful reminders to parties who wish to challenge a Will based on a concern that the testator was subjected to undue...

Legal “Standing” to Challenge a Will

by Robertson Stromberg | Dec 4, 2018 | Articles & Research, Estate Litigation, James D Steele

This articles offers an overview of the 2018 Court of Appeal decision in Olson v. Skarsgard Estate, 2018 SKCA 64. Olson offers an important reminder to parties involved in estate litigation. Namely, one should always check to make sure you have the legal “standing” to...

Negligent but not Liable

by Robertson Stromberg | Nov 20, 2018 | Articles & Research, Construction, Insurance, Jared D Epp

One of the key ways in which risk is allocated on a construction project is through insurance, typically in the form of builder’s risk, course of construction, or “all-risk” property policies. In most cases, the responsibility for obtaining insurance coverage is set...

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LATEST NEWS, ARTICLES & RESEARCH

News

Sinclair appointed to the Law Foundation of Saskatchewan

Steele Published in CBA Bar Notes

Marinko Jelovic joins board of directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters Saskatoon

Curtis Clavelle Appointed to Board of Directors of OUTSaskatoon

Call for feedback on behalf of the CBA

Effect of Marriage or 24 Months of Cohabitation on Your Will – Changes to the Wills Act

Saskatchewan Introduces Binding Pre-Trial Conferences

Robertson Stromberg proudly supports YXE Men’s Night

Sean Sinclair presents at STLA Legal Symposium – Civil Law Track

Robertson Stromberg ranked by Chambers Canada

Articles

Q&A: Hurt in a Car-Accident and someone needs to pay!

How to Avoid Challenges to your Will

Q&A: Share and share alike. Except nothing’s on paper

Q&A: Collecting loans from friends

Q&A: You cannot get blood from a stone – the realities of judgment enforcement

Carlson v. Carlson Estate case comment

Case Comment Klassen v. Wiers Estate

Karpinski v. Zookewich Estate Case Comment

Legal “Standing” to Challenge a Will

Negligent but not Liable