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Drake Bodie

Why should you understand The Homesteads Act and Homestead Rights in Manitoba?

If you own a home, or are thinking about purchasing a home in Manitoba, understanding The Homesteads Act is important so that you know what

Jodi L. Wyman

What is a Cohabitation Agreement and Why Should I Get One?

Pre-Nuptial Agreements are contracts that couples enter into before they get legally married. A Cohabitation Agreement is a contract that...

Jodi L. Wyman

Family Law in Manitoba Gets a Major Update

As of July 1 there will be major changes to family law in Manitoba. For decades our family law has been governed by The Family...

Shaylan R. Cottick

Do You Have Parental Rights to Your Partner's Children?

Whether you’re married or cohabiting with a partner who has children from a previous relationship, you could acquire parental rights

Jodi L. Wyman

12 Tips To Reduce Your Legal Fees

Each case is different, not all lawyers run their practices the same way, and not all strategies will work for all files, but here are som

Dane C. Kingdon

Will, Power of Attorney, and Health Care Directive…What is the Difference?

Time and time again we have clients asking us what the difference between a Health Care Directive, Power of Attorney, and a Last Will and...

Patersons LLP

Mediation and Arbitration

What is Mediation Mediation involves both spouses hiring an independent and trained person to help them discuss and negotiate the issues...