Mann Lawyers LLP

10/06/2026

There are many paths to parenthood. If you're considering IVF, egg or s***m donation, embryo donation, or surrogacy, understanding the legal landscape is an important part of the journey. This blog post written by Esther Deck breaks down the family-building basics.

With the rise of modern assisted reproduction technology, people can now plan their families more proactively and intentionally. The technology also creates important legal questions about consent, parentage, and what happens to reproductive material when circumstances change. The Building Blocks: G...

09/30/2026

Today, we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, a day to honour Survivors of residential schools, to remember the children who never returned home, and to reflect on the lasting impacts of residential schools on Indigenous Peoples and communities. As we honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we recognize the importance of remembering the past while working toward a more equitable future. We are committed to supporting reconciliation and honouring Indigenous voices, experiences, and communities.

09/10/2026

Our latest blog post from Sara Jetten looks at how you can use AI as a preparation tool for estate planning - and some of the things you should never rely on AI to do.



Estate planning is a crucial step in safeguarding your legacy and ensuring your wishes are protected.  For many clients, the process can feel overwhelming due to the time and emotional energy required to make thoughtful decisions about distribution of assets, intended beneficiaries, and personal wi...

09/09/2026

We were pleased to attend the Seniors Active Living Fair & Open House today at The Good Companions Seniors' Centre.

It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with older adults from across the Ottawa-Gatineau area and learn more about the services and resources available to support seniors in our community.

At Mann Lawyers, we’re proud to be part of conversations that help individuals and families navigate the legal issues that can arise as we age, from wills and powers of attorney to estate planning and elder law.

Thank you to The Good Companions for hosting such a valuable event and bringing together so many organizations dedicated to supporting older adults and their families.

09/09/2026

🏡 Who gets the cottage?

Passing the family cottage on to the next generation sounds simple… but it can raise some big questions.

Who wants to own it?
Who pays the taxes and upkeep?
What happens when siblings have different plans?
And how can you keep family disagreements from taking over?

Join MNP and Mann Lawyers on October 1 for a practical conversation about the tax, legal and estate planning strategies that can help families keep the cottage - and the family relationships - intact. ❤️

📅 October 1, 2026
⏰ 12–1 p.m. EDT
💻 Microsoft Teams

Our colleague Kate Wright will join MNP’s Danielle Walsh and Madison Popkie for this seminar.

If the cottage is part of your family’s legacy, it’s never too early to start planning.

👉 https://www.mnp.ca/en/insights/directory/keeping-the-cottage-in-the-family-tax-and-legal-strategies?

Learn how to transfer your family cottage with confidence. Join MNP and Mann Lawyers on October 1 for insights on tax, legal, and estate planning.

09/04/2026

Congratulations!

08/27/2026

Good weather. Great pickleball skills. Excellent people. A fabulous afternoon with EO Ottawa at the Rideau Sports Centre.

08/26/2026

We are proud to share that Mann Lawyers has once again been recognized as one of Ottawa’s Best Places to Work by the Ottawa Business Journal, earning the award for the second consecutive year in 2026.

Now in its 12th year, the annual awards program invites local organizations to complete in-depth employer questionnaires and conduct employee engagement surveys. This year's program, managed by the Workforce Research Group in partnership with OBJ, saw dozens of organizations participate, with more than 1,300 employees sharing their input. The top 20 companies are recognized as Best Places to Work.

“This year, OBJ probed how organizations were adopting AI in the workplace. That is the focus of our special report. However, what I noticed was that recipient companies are connected to their teams in a very human way,” says OBJ Publisher Michael Curran. “Employees at these companies are much more likely to agree with their organization’s mission or tell researchers they feel valued. We might be living in a technology revolution, but the best employers focus on human innovation.”

08/20/2026

Our foursome had a fantastic day at Ottawa’s Best Networking Golf Tournament, hosted by the Ottawa Business Journal and the Ottawa Board of Trade. Thanks to all of the organizers for hosting another great day on the golf course!

08/20/2026

We often think of estate planning as planning for what happens after death. But what about planning for a time when you may be unable to make decisions for yourself?

As Sara Jetten and Suzan Kadri explain, Powers of Attorney are an important part of incapacity planning and having the right documents in place can help protect your wishes and make things easier for those you trust.

Often coupled with estate planning, incapacity planning is a key component to ensuring your wishes are protected when you lose the ability to make decisions for yourself.  It is important to designate a substitute decision maker whom you trust to act in your best interests, and equally important to...