Clark Wilson on CLEBC’s Most Prolific Volunteers List
Clark Wilson would like to congratulate our lawyers, Diane Bell, Q.C., Veronica Franco, Mark Weintraub, Q.C., Geoff White and Pat Williams for being mentioned on ... Continued
Estop and Think Before Relying on Future Estate Interests
Recent BCCA case might signal return to more stringent application of the doctrine of proprietary estoppel.
Mr. Mark Weintraub appointed as Queen’s Counsel
We are proud to announce that Clark Wilson lawyer Mr. Mark Weintraub was recently appointed as Queen’s Counsel (QC). The BC Lieutenant-Governor in Council, on ... Continued
What is a marriage-like relationship?
Wills variation claims often involve claims by persons alleging to be a spouse of the deceased.
Compulsory Capacity Assessments in British Columbia
Remarkable advancements in medical care over the past decades have significantly increased the life expectancy of Canadians. However, with this increase in longevity come the ... Continued
Garner v. Garner – Can you obtain a court ordered visitation schedule with an elderly parent?
Court refuses to order specific visitation rights under its parens patriae jurisdiction.
Managing digital assets – Preserving your social media legacy
Facebook provides posthumous account management options.
Curing Deficiencies in Wills – Contrasting British Columbia and Alberta
WESA should allow BC courts broader power to cure deficiencies in wills than courts have in Alberta.
“Where there isn’t a will, there may be a way”: Mark Weintraub, Q.C. and Gordon Behan write on WESA for TLABC
In the Summer 2014 issue of The Verdict, the premier publication of the Trial Lawyers Association of BC (TLABC), Clark Wilson Partner Mark Weintraub, Q.C. ... Continued
Clark Wilson LLP lawyers named in the 2014 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory
We are pleased to announce that Clark Wilson’s lawyers have been ranked across 5 practice areas in the 2014 edition of the Canadian Legal Lexpert ... Continued
Be Mindful of What you Read
Baby boomers will pass on unprecedented amounts of wealth, but the next generation should not rely on inheritances.
Summary: The 2012-2013 Public Guardian and Trustee Annual Report
The PGT’s mandate includes protecting minors, disabled adults and estates of deceased persons