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09/29/2021

September 30, formerly known as Orange Shirt Day, is now the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada and is an important day for conversations about Canada’s historical relationships with Indigenous Peoples and about how we move forward together. For ideas on how to start discussions in your family, please see this:

CBC Parents

04/07/2021

During this year’s Estate Week, the Edmonton Community Foundation is offering a series of free webinars to answer some important questions often asked by you. To pre-register to attend one of these webinars offered by an impressive group of volunteer lawyers, please click on the link below.

Estate Administration Week Estate Administration Week is a series of free presentations that help Edmonton and area residents learn the ins and outs of effectively administering an estate. This April, we will partner with a dedicated team of volunteer estate lawyers to answer your questions about es...

03/23/2021

Separating? Keep the Collaborative Process in mind for a respectful divorce.

Looking for an alternative to the usual separation or divorce process?

One of the many benefits offered by collaborative family professionals, is the ability to move at your own pace. You and your partner have control over your divorce not divorce lawyers or the court.

03/11/2021

Planning on selling your home soon? Don’t forget to make sure your Real Property Report is current and keep in mind how important the wording of the offers you receive can be -- consider what is included in the offer carefully to avoid confusion and disappointment later.

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The answer is no. There is an expectation that the buyer will receive the same appliance as was in the home when the offer was made, unless otherwise specified in the real estate purchase contract. The contract also provides that the appliance will be in good working order on the day of closing. If....

02/22/2021

This year’s Pink Shirt Day is timely - at a time when many people are on edge and conflict seems to be growing, let’s remember that with rights come responsibilities. Take care of each other and include kindness in your day!

01/13/2021

Happy New Year! Did you know that January is International Child-Centred Divorce Month? Separations and divorces typically occur very frequently this time of year, making it an important time to remember that children are also affected by their parents’ divorce and care needs to be given to what they need now and going forward. There are many tools out there – and a growing number of excellent Canadian sources – and at Good Law LLP, we remain ready to assist and support you through your transition with practical advice, referrals to other helping professionals and resources.

12/23/2020

From all of us at Good Law LLP to you and your families, thank-you for your support during this challenging year and for allowing us to assist you with your legal needs. We will be taking a break to enjoy the holidays with our families and our office will be closed at noon on December 23 until Monday, January 4, 2021. Please have a healthy and happy holiday season!

12/11/2020

The holiday season is upon us and while it’s often a busy time, it is also a time for reflection. Have you thought about whether your current estate plan - if you have one - fits your needs and helps your family if something should happen to you? Have a look at our Estate Planning Questionnaire for some things to think and talk about with your family.

https://goodlawfirm.ca/estate-planning-administration/estate-planning-questionnaire/