Updating a will should still top a client’s separation checklist, lawyer says
Handwritten notes are deemed a valid codicil
A B.C. court case considers the validity of a common-law relationship
Nathalie Boutet explains how to help clients navigate the complex and challenging emotional side of prenuptial agreements
Nathalie Boutet explains why it's important to discuss marriage and co-habitation agreements with clients
In a first for B.C., a court has invalidated the marriage of a woman with dementia and the will that benefited her husband
Advisors can play a huge role in facilitating a discussion about financial planning for newlywed couples, many of whom have not discussed their finances in great detail
Help newlywed couples confront difficult issues and make them feel secure in their future
Older clients who remarry should tread carefully, especially if they are bringing significant assets into the relationship. In many cases, a marriage contract or pre-nuptial agreement is advisable
Four in 10 marriages begin in debt