There are often negative connotations associated with marriage contracts. Many people have the preconceived notion that parties who enter into a marriage contract will ultimately end up divorced. Marriage contracts are often associated with mistrust, greed, and lack of commitment. In reality, they are important tools that provide couples with …
The Complexities of Intestate Succession in Ontario: Why Planning Ahead is Essential
Intestate Succession under the Succession Law Reform Act When a person dies without a valid Will in Ontario, they are considered to have died “intestate”. In such situations, the distribution of their estate is governed by Part II of the Succession Law Reform Act (“SLRA”), which outlines the rules for …