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April 23, 2026

AI can draft but lawyer judgement makes the difference.

April 23, 2026

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AI and Legal Fees: Why A Lawyer’s Judgment Is One Thing AI Can’t Replace

A client sent me an email recently that captures most of what I want to say about AI and legal fees. It had bolded subheadings, a numbered list, and a “Next Steps” section at the bottom. They were updating me on a file that had been open for weeks. The email was organized beautifully, but it did not contain a single fact I could use. […]

November 4, 2025

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Joint Tenancy vs. Tenants in Common in Ontario — What’s the Difference and Why It Matters

Owning Property Together in Ontario When two or more people buy a property together in Ontario, the way ownership is structured has real legal and estate consequences. The two most common types of co-ownership are joint tenancy and tenancy in common. While the difference might sound technical, it determines what happens to your share of the property if you pass away — and whether that […]

August 29, 2025

August 29, 2025

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How to Avoid Probate Tax in Ontario Without Expensive Mistakes

If you’ve ever typed how to avoid probate tax in Ontario into Google, you’ve likely found no shortage of “tips” and “hacks.” Joint ownership. Gifts. Trusts. Transfer everything to your child by bedtime, before the government gets everything. Several times a week, clients tell us about a magical solution they’ve heard from a neighbour, someone at church, an uncle, or even a stranger at a […]

February 8, 2025

Illustration showing a parent with a headache while discussing adding an adult child to home title in Ontario

February 8, 2025

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Home Sweet Headache? Adding Your Child to Title in Ontario

Thinking of adding your child to your home’s title? Learn the legal, tax, and estate planning risks Ontario homeowners should consider before making this big move.