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Divorce Is A Complex Matter. Read About Divorce; Custody, Co-Parenting Vs. Parallel Parenting, and Alternative Solutions.
Divorce Is A Complex Matter. Read About Divorce; Custody, Co-Parenting Vs. Parallel Parenting, and Alternative Solutions.
Are you looking to purchase a home in order to rent it out? Do you wish to rent out your current home? If so,…
When a corporation dissolves, shareholders are generally not liable for the corporation’s debts. This can be an issue.
Collaborative Family Law Provides An Alternative To Family Law Dispute. It’s a team-based Approach With Commitment To Avoid Court.
Inadmissibility to Canada is one of the most frequent issues that immigration lawyers encounter with their clients.
Inadmissibility to Canada is one of the most frequent issues that immigration lawyers encounter with their clients.
Pathway to Permanent Residence for Refugee Claimants Working in Healthcare During the Pandemic; What You Need To Know.
Immigration Appeal Division is a part of the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB), and is responsible for hearing immigration appeals.
Power of Attorney In Ontario is a legal document that appoints a person to step into your shoes and act on your behalf if you are unable.
Power of Attorney In Ontario is a legal document that appoints a person to step into your shoes and act on your behalf if you are unable.
What is inheritance? Inheritance is the distribution of a person’s property when they die. Generally, if a person died with a valid Will, the…
Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) is a part of the Immigration and Refugee Board and It’s responsible for hearing immigration appeals.
Internet based court is becoming more and more effective as the pandemic wears on. This is a step-by-step guide of how to deal with court over Zoom.
Applications for Criminal Rehabilitation – What you need to know If you have been charged with, or convicted of, a crime outside of Canada.
Authorization to Return to Canada (ARC) is required when you have received a removal order from Canada and you would like to return. Learn more about ARC.
Are you a separated parent? you should start negotiating the holiday schedule. But what do I do if my Ex won’t negotiate with me?
Vaughan recently celebrated the ground-breaking of a new 550,000 sq. ft. Walmart distribution centre at Jane St. & Teston Rd.
The Estate Information Return Form has gone through changes due COVID-19. What does it mean for estate trustees?
Part 1: “What is the Best Way to Protect my spouse?” The best, and likely the least expensive, way to provide for your loved…
COVID-19 Liability Waiver For Shared Residences cover COVID-19 infections contracted while in an apartment, condominium or student residence.
Explore your rights and obligations and ask for contract review. Our Business & Corporate lawyers are here to help and give their best opinion. Call now.
Family Enterprise Specialists are people who can focus on the unique needs and skills of your family and family-oriented business while helping your family…
Tax Law is in demand. We now have a tax lawyer on our team with 20 years of industry experience to help you minimize the impact of tax. Contact us today.
If you’re an Estate Trustee there are rule changes that came into effect this year you should know about. “In Ontario, the Estate Trustee…
Business Succession Emergency Continuity Plan; If you are Family Owned Business with no succession plan, you could lose your legacy. Get started now.
Family Business Enterprise can be affected during the Coronavirus lockout. We can help with Family Business Survival Planning. Contact to get started.
Succession planning touches on many areas of law: corporate commercial, employment agreements, corporate re-organizations, Tax & estate planning, and more.
Residential Real Estate transaction goes smoother with a help of Lawyer when you’re buying or selling your home for this major life milestone.
Civil litigation is a long and winding road. But not one you must travel alone. Hummingbird Lawyers LLP is a family of lawyers that…
Residential Real Estate transaction goes smoother with a help of Lawyer when you’re buying or selling your home for this major life milestone.
So you have just bought a new property and you are ready to take possession. Before you do, among the legalities that need to…
Buying A House Article Outline Your down payment and other expenses Preparing your finances for a home purchase Getting mortgage pre-approval First-time home buyer…
Residential Real Estate transaction goes smoother with a help of Lawyer when you’re buying or selling your home for this major life milestone.
What Is The Difference Between Intentional Interference With Contractual Relations Versus Intentional Interference With Economic Relations?
Harvey Specter and The Lincoln Lawyer are fairy tales. As entertaining as they are, divorce lawyers like them don’t really exist… at least until…
Do You Always Need To Go To Court To Get Divorced? Not always, you have options, which are less stressful, that give you more…
I am a Foreign Executor What is Resealing? I want to name a foreign Executor I am a Foreign Executor Sometimes an Ontario resident…
A business without a clear vision and framework is doomed to fail. Regardless of the nature of the business, shareholders agreements form an important…
While no government statutes state that a Shareholder Agreement is necessary for your business or company, it can be extremely crucial to have one…
Over recent months, the Government of British Columbia has enacted legislation called the Information Collection Regulation that will come into effect September 17th, 2018….
Through many aspects, business formation impacts how your business will function, operate and be taxed. Creating a legal structure behind your endeavour is one…
What Can Hummingbird Lawyers Do For You? Courts across Canada are limiting hearings due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Depending on the jurisdiction, the court…
The COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges and uncertainties for employers around the globe. To help you navigate through the challenges posed by the…
Keeping Interviews Kosher; A Note On Discrimination During Interviews For Employers & Job-Seekers From perfecting your resume and cover letter to deciding how to…
Technology and Innovation are key foundations of the modern economy. With Moore’s Law in full swing, the prominence of artificial intelligence and everything being…
Workplace investigations are an important process when it comes to alleged misconduct in the workplace – and conducting a proper investigation can make all…
Due to the amount of time the average person spends on social media sites, a clear route of advertising to the masses is now…
A few members of the Hummingbird family happily took part in Law Day 2018, a national event focused on celebrating the signing of Canada’s…
The Little Black Book of Divorce is a collection of frequently asked questions along with their answers to help clients to better understand the divorce…
The Little Black Book of Professional Corporations is a collection of frequently asked questions along with their answers.
The Little Black Book of Easements is a collection of frequently asked questions along with their answers to help clients understand easements better. Andrew…
The Little Black Book of Probate is a collection of frequently asked questions along with their answers to help clients understand the process of…
The Little Black Book of Employment is a collection of frequently asked questions and informative answers about employees, contractors and their rights. The Little…
The Little Black Book of Talent Agency is a collection of frequently asked questions from young actors in Ontario about interactions with talent agencies….
Commonly Asked Questions about Power of Attorney For Personal Care (Medical). Is a Power of Attorney the same thing as a “Living Will”? No….
Probate, executor of a Will, executor of estate, probate tax in Ontario; All about dying in Ontario by a probate lawyer.
What is Hummingbird Virtual Estate Planning? Hummingbird’s Virtual Estate Planning was launched in response to Canadians who seek estate planning services during the evolution…
Wills & Estates Lawyer In Toronto & Vaughan Are you prepared in the event of your passing or the passing of a loved one?…
To determine the estate administration tax to be paid, please enter the estate value below. Calculate Please enter a valid amount. What Is Estate…
Spousal Sponsorship Application Is Used If You’re A Canadian Citizenhip/ Permanent Residence And Your Spouse Is Foriegn.
What is an Admissibility Hearing? An admissibility hearing is held to determine whether or not you are admissible into Canada. In the process, a…
If you wish to move to Canada and practice law, you have a few options. Find everything you need to know to become a lawyer in Canada.
When Is A REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION A Good Option? Immigration applications sometimes get refused. Whether for good reason or bad and no matter how much…
What is a procedural fairness letter? Every application submitted to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is unique and complex. The application contains information…
What Is a Temporary Resident Permit and Who Would Need One? Foreign nationals may be inadmissible to Canada for a number of reasons. They…
Before you apply to permanent residence on the base of humanitarian and compassionate grounds ask yourself the following questions: Have you been living &…
Immigration applications get refused. Whether for good reason or bad, and no matter how much time, money and effort go into the application process, …
IRCC has recently announced that they will be reopening the parent and grandparent sponsorship program for applications. We can help with the Parent and…
There is a lot of variety when it comes to immigration opportunities to come to Canada. One of the most important distinctions is that…
Every year around this time, my mom reminds me that October is the anniversary of when we arrived in Canada. It was 1986, I…
Immigrants are the backbone of Canadian society. Millions have made Canada their home, and each person undertook their own journey and has their own…
What Is A Land Transfer Tax? There are many costs when you’re buying a home. The most overlooked is the Land Transfer Tax (LTT)….
Página Web de Bienes Raíces en Español Our Real Estate Team of Lawyers and clerks appreciate that your property transaction deserves focus, attention, detail,…
Real Estate Page In English Nuestro equipo de derecho inmobiliario entiende que las transacciones de propiedad – especialmente en Toronto – merece una detallada…
Some consider that legal cost associated with having a Will properly prepared by a qualified lawyer is high and opt out to prepare a…
Wills are essential documents before dying. Without a Will, your assets will not automatically go to the people you thought they would.
Family & Divorce Lawyer In Toronto And Vaughan Hummingbird Lawyers LLP has a family lawyer in Toronto and Vaughan offices. The team works to…
Some disputes are best settled out of court. At Hummingbird LLP, we apply alternative mediation and arbitration techniques where appropriate, to bring about efficient…
Civil Litigation Lawyer Pragmatic, timely and cost-effective – because we don’t want you to spend time any more time in court than you absolutely…
Well-Experienced Entertainment Lawyers Careers in the entertainment industry are as diverse as its employee base. Whether you are in the spotlight or behind the…
Are you looking for a corporate law firm to provide legal services? Perhaps you are looking for legal advice from an experienced corporate lawyer,…
Losing your job can be emotionally and financially traumatic. At Hummingbird Lawyers LLP we work with you to ensure that you get the severance…
What Is A Corporate Will? A corporate will (also known as secondary will) is a special tool for estate planning with respect to your…
What Is A Last Will And Testament? Just How Important Is A Will? Dying Without A Will What About Your Children? Things To Keep…
What is a Planning Act Dispute? Ontario’s Planning Act is in place to provide municipalities, and its citizens, the opportunity to plan, document and…
Financing and Investor Agreement is drafted and negotiated with a focus on protecting an investor’s assets, the investment itself and the intellectual property of…
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Hummingbird Law can be your legal counsel in the corporate realm, whether you are signing your first commercial property, or looking to protect your company’s assets.
Hummingbird Lawyers LLP now offers outsourced, personalized Legal Counsel as a Service to companies with, or without, current in-hous
What You Need To Know About Wrongful Dismissal What Is Wrongful Dismissal? So, you’ve been let go? However, you were given no prior notice,…
Ontario’s government has enacted a new Bill, as of January 1, 2018, and spanning to January 2019, to overhaul rules in the workplace, create…
Lending and borrowing transactions in real estates can be risky without knowing all the details. Contacting legal counsel to help oversee finances can be a…
Should You Incorporate Yourself as an Artist? For artists, there are many appealing aspects to being self-employed. Many creative people have made a career…
Band Agreement Playing local shows and bar gigs can eventually lead to your big break as a musical group. Working towards your dream, with…
Agreement Of Purchase And Sales In English ¿Qué es un Acuerdo de Compra y Venta? Un acuerdo de compra y venta es un contrato…
Acuerdo de Compra y Venta en Español What Is An Agreement Of Purchase And Sale? A Purchase and Sale agreement is a written contract…
Progressing your career as an artist can be a stressful, and sometimes lengthy, process. Securing an agent can be one of the most influential…
The new year brought in several changes in the province of Ontario, one of the most talked about is the coming changes to minimum…
What is a Title Dispute? Title disputes arise when there is a disagreement over who owns a specific property, and the amount of land…
What is Mortgage Fraud? Mortgage fraud happens when a consumer is fully aware that they are misrepresenting information during the purchase or agreement of…
Purchase and Sale Agreement, What Does It Mean? A Purchase and Sale Agreement is a written contract between the purchaser (buyer) and vendor (seller)…
Mortgage enforcement is a form of real estate law that is in place to ensure that the terms of a mortgage contract are upheld….
To put it simply, appellate law is law pertaining to the appeal of a court’s or judicial decision on a legal case. Essentially, it…
What Is Equine Law? Equine Law is a specific area of law which focuses strictly on all matters relating to horses. This can include…
What are Commercial Lease Disputes? After a gruelling process of trying to get your business off the ground, you’ve finally made some progress. Securing…
We understand the responsibilities of running your business, and we know that one of the most important roles you have, is to protect and…
What exactly is an employment contract? Canadian companies are beginning to use employment contracts for every level of worker in hiring processes. The employment…
What Defines Workplace Harassment And Bullying? Before we jump into the legal aspect of Workplace Harassment And Bullying, let’s see how they are defined:…
What Is Constructive Dismissal Or Wrongful Dismissal In Ontario? Your workplace should be a space that you enjoy. It shouldn’t feel like a chore…
Constructive dismissal occurs when an employee has made the decision to leave their employment because their employer has unilaterally made fundamental changes to the…
Severance Pay In Ontario Before you sign… If you have recently retired, or been laid off, then you are entitled to a severance pay…
Radio Interview With Amy MacAlpine Tasha Kheiriddin from Global news is interviewing Amy MacAlpine about a unique story in Australia. After a man committed suicide…
Employment Agreement, Do I need one? I am no longer surprised when I meet with employers and employees and they cannot recall: (a) if…
Being a recent import to the Ontario Bar from Nova Scotia, one of the most substantial changes and challenges that I have encountered is the…
This week I had the pleasure of attending the Toronto Construction Association’s seminar on Bill 142 – Amendments to the Construction Lien Act (Legislative…
August 20th, 2017 We have now received several notices that people have been receiving fraudulent letters from someone purporting to be Roy M. Bernhard….
Cannabis Act, Will It Ever Be Permitted To Have Weed At Work? With the new Cannabis Act of Bill C-45, Canada will see all…
Litigation is often over-dramatized in movies, television and pop-culture. We as the viewer get to watch the ‘good guy’ trump the ‘bad guy’ after…
Executor Responsibilities Unexpected tragedies happen to every family. Any individual can succumb to seerious illness or death. Yet as difficult as these situations can…
There is a unique approach to homeowning that is being highlighted in the city of Toronto with the idea of ‘speed-dating’ to find a…
Selling The Matrimonial Home In Toronto’s Steep Housing Market The shock factor of Toronto’s real estate market is dying down as the average price…
Neighbourhood malls are quickly becoming a memory, and companies like Amazon are to blame. Consumers are embracing the simplicity and convenience of online shopping….
Ontario’s Liberal government has received recommendations on how to make the largest reform to Ontario’s Labour Laws and the Employment Standards Act (ESA) since…
Children are amazing because they are so authentic and yet so determined to grow and change. They listen to their hearts and minds and…
Picture Gallery Court 2 Court 2016 was a big success! Hummingbird Lawyers had a blast and cannot wait until 2017’s event taking place on July…
Getting fired can happen to any of us. Some of the most recognizable and successful businessmen and women have been fired from their jobs…
On December 10, 2016, the Forfeited Corporate Property Act (the “FCPA”) introduced new changes to existing laws regarding the forfeiture of corporate property to…
On December 10, 2016, new requirements for Corporations governed by Ontario’s Business Corporations Act (“OBCA”) and Corporations Act (“OCA”) came into force. The following…
Understanding the Power of Attorney Video Interview of Amy MacAlpine with Randy Holt from Investors Group Amy MacAlpine, head of Wills & Estates at…
Where There’s a Will There’s a Way Video Interview of Amy MacAlpine with Randy Holt from Investors Group Amy MacAlpine, head of Wills and…
The Validity of Power of Attorney after Death Video Interview of Amy MacAlpine with Randy Holt from Investors Group Amy MacAlpine, head of Wills…
Understanding Probate Video Interview of Amy MacAlpine with Randy Holt from Investors Group Amy MacAlpine, head of Wills and Estates at Hummingbird Lawyers LLP…
Living together (cohabitation) is not always an antecedent to marriage. But buying a house with a boyfriend differs from sharing a basement apartment with…
The Impact of Wills on Marriage Video Interview of Amy MacAlpine with Randy Holt from Investors Group Amy MacAlpine, head of Wills and Estates…
LTT Refund for First-time Homebuyers If you are a First-time Homebuyer, you may qualify for a refund of all or part of the Land…
Buying a new home, for many people, will be the biggest if not one of the biggest investments any purchaser will make in their…
So I finally mustered up the courage to put keystroke to blog and start an ongoing talk-blog on our site to speak about the…
From its purpose, applications, exemptions, and more. The Residential Tenancies Act is the most important Act for landlords and tenants to understand to know…
If you have purchased a new development condominium in Ontario and are awaiting “closing”, you should be aware that new development condos have two…
Travelling with children of separation or divorce is more complicated than simply booking a flight and confirming a hotel. Parents who are going through a…
Lenders beware! In the current economic climate, lenders are required to enforce their security to recover loans following default by lenders. However, the recent…
Purchasing a newly constructed residential home or condominium can be exciting. However, when it comes to property taxes, new homeowners may often get taken…
Over the past decade, several provinces have installed legislation requiring private employers to address issues of employee safety in circumstances in which they work…
In recent years, one of the more popular transactions that I have seen has been the acquisition of a residential condominium with the intent…
Over the past decade, several provinces have installed legislation requiring private employers to address issues of employee safety in circumstances in which they work…
What is A Closed Mortgage A Closed Mortgage is a mortgage where the term of the mortgage is for a fixed period of time…
Can Parents Refusing Vaccines from their children be criminally liable? With all the recent controversy about vaccinations, I have been asked a very common…
Euthanasia in Canada The Supreme Court of Canada has unanimously ruled that the Criminal Code provision against aiding and abetting someone to commit suicide,…
Death takes a toll on a family but dying without a will can make things even worse. Here are a few bad situations that…
Next to your wedding day, moving day is perhaps one of the most stressful days you can experience and if you are lucky, you…
Self Representation Has a Number Of Pitfalls People Face When Bringing Claims In Court When They Are Unfamiliar With The Procedures.
Reasons Why You Need To Have A Last Will And Testament Common-law spouses do not have property rights and they will not inherit under…
Squatter’s Rights, Adverse Possession In Ontario Following s. 32 of the Land Titles Act, a large majority of land in Ontario have been switched…
Written By: Mariann Karageorgievski, J.D. candidate 2015 As we emerge from the long, bitter winter and welcome the long awaited summer sun, we are…
If you are currently running, or plan to run, a daycare out of your home, you must comply with a number of requirements held…
The pursuit of finding a rental unit is a treacherous feat, driven by a desire to find a great location with adequate living space…
Family violence still happens and there are implications of criminal faw in a family law context. It can impact on the divorce process.
Property Easements In Ontario are non-possessory right to use and/or enter into the real property of another without possessing it.
Whether you are drafting a contract or signing one, there are several areas in which you should be careful. One of these areas is…
Much is being said about Sterling and his recent racial comments secretly taped and made in private. Much of this discussion circulates around the…
With the proliferation of the internet, we have all been blessed with wonderful productivity aids, entertainment options, communication mediums, and distractions of all kinds….
On July 1st, 2014, the Government of Canada is putting into effect a new Anti-Spam Legislation(aka CASL). This will affect everyone in a corporate…
Getting ready for Canada’s New Anti-Spam Legislation What your business needs to know – Part 1 of a multi-part series on CASL. By Adam…
CASL PART 2: Questions, Answers, and Other Important CASL Facts By Adam Dwek This article is Part two of a six part series on…
PART 3: If It Doesn’t Look Like a Commercial Electronic Message, It’s Still Probably a Commercial Electronic Message! By Adam Dwek Continuing a multi-part…
Consider CASL When Buying a Business By Adam Dwek Part 4 of our multi-part series on CASL focuses on CASL concerns and issues when…
Dying without a Will can cause trouble for your loved ones, but what happens when a common-law spouse dies without a Will?
In Ontario, common law spouses are not always treated the same as married spouses under the law. The definition of “spouse” is different in…
Is Real Property unique? It was not so long ago that courts thought so. No two pieces of property were considered the same and…
Case Commentary In Evergreen, a landlord of an office building in downtown Vancouver was experiencing financial difficulty and wished to redevelop the property in…
A mortgage security represents various things to various people, depending on their economic circumstances and their particular wants and needs. A mortgage may represent…
Some Considerations Surrounding Just Cause Dismissal of Employees Just Cause, General Principles Typically, there is a requirement for reasonable notice for termination under the Employment…
Some Considerations Concerning In Terrorem Clauses in Wills A condition surrounding a legacy in a will may be found to be void, and the…
To Gift or To Loan Money For A Matrimonial Home, that is the Question As is customary among families, parents want the best for…
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