Subsequent Spouses, Testamentary Dispositions, and Undue Influence September 22, 2022 The CBA Wills, Estates and Trusts Section is pleased to announce Rebecca Xie as the winner of the Wills, Estates and Trusts Section Essay Contest, for her paper entitled "Subsequent Spouses, Testamentary Dispositions, and Undue Influence".
COVID-19: Laws and Practices for Wills, Estates and Trusts October 21, 2021 NOTE: The information below was collected by members of the Executive of the Wills, Estates and Trusts Section of the Canadian Bar Association to assist other members of its national Section during the COVID 19 pandemic. While Executive members have attempted to ensure the accuracy and currency of this information, we cannot guarantee either. Please double check the current state of the laws in your region before relying on the information below.
“Living Well, Planning Well” Toolkit October 07, 2021 The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association is sharing their “Living Well, Planning Well” legal toolkit resource with CBA members.
Succession Law: Tables of National Concordance Introduction and List of Questions June 08, 2021 These tables have been prepared by the Wills, Estates and Trusts Section of the Canadian Bar Association. They are intended for use by CBA members in working with the varying laws across Canada relating to estate and trust planning and administration.
No Turning Back: CBA Task Force Report on Justice Issues Arising from COVID-19 February 17, 2021 The Canadian Bar Association launched its Task Force on Justice Issues Arising from COVID-19 – with thought leaders from across Canada’s federal justice system – to assess the immediate and evolving issues for the delivery of legal services resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Reaching Equal Justice: Advocacy Guide October 23, 2020 This guide is designed to empower CBA members to effectively advocate for greater access to justice.
Tax Court's plans to resume operations June 08, 2020 The Tax Court Bench and Bar Committee monitors developments as various levels of courts, government and regulators respond to COVID-19 and consider the next phase of recovery. The following communiquĂ© outlines the Canadian Tax Court’s plans to resume operations. To support our members to navigate these waters, we have gathered resources to assist you in your daily practice.Â