Obtaining a Death Certificate for a Missing Person
British Columbia is truly a playground for the outdoors enthusiast, offering countless outdoor adventures to those who seek them, including fishing off the BC coast or in our innumerable lakes,
Planning for Incapacity: what is a Power of Attorney, Representation Agreement and Committeeship Order?
Most people understand the importance of a will, but just as important are an enduring power of attorney (“EPOA”) and representation agreement (“RA”). Unfortunately, estate planning is often neglected until
Committeeship Applications: how much does it cost and how long does it take
If a loved one has lost mental capacity, that person is no longer able to appoint a Power of Attorney to act on their behalf. It may become necessary for
Legal Retainer: what is it and how to preserve it
“Retainer” Explained The term “retainer” can have several meanings: money, a relationship or an agreement. Here we are focusing on a money retainer paid into a law firm’s trust account
Contingency Fees and Litigation: how much is this going to cost me?
The issue of the cost of legal services is a bit of a mystery to most consumers and, more importantly, often consumers cannot afford the price of a lawyer if