Dealing with real estate laws can be a daunting task. We can manage the fine print so you can focus on finding your dream home!
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In the event of tragedy, ensure that you're well prepared so that you and your heirs are provided for and the avoid added stress.
Losing a loved one is already hard enough before the law gets involved. We will be right by your side helping you resolve non-contentious matters.
Dealing with real estate laws can be a daunting task. We can manage the fine print so you can focus on finding your dream home!
Make sure your special day is everything you dreamed of. Live by your own terms and celebrate anywhere in the world with us!
In the event of tragedy, ensure that you're well prepared so that you and your heirs are provided for and the avoid added stress.
Losing a loved one is already hard enough before the law gets involved. We will be right by your side helping you resolve non-contentious matters.
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Are you looking to buy or sell property, maybe refinance your home? With an increasingly demanding and complex real estate market, it’s more important than ever to be well informed during your transactions. As experts in real estate law, we will keep you well informed and guide you throughout the entire process, making sure to avoid any unexpected surprises, fees, and general inconveniences. Even if all you want clarification on a topic, it is always a good idea to consult with your notary before you commit to something, especially something in writing. Many buyers aren’t aware that once a purchase offer is signed and approved, it’s extremely difficult to alter it’s terms or cancel even it.
We also take into account the entire administrative and financial side of the deal which includes many services such as Bill of sale, mortgage deed, Evaluation of possible financing methods, Registering the sale at the land registry offices, and more. Ultimately our end goal is to save you money, grant you peace of mind, and provide you with the legal guidance to ensure that every part of the deal goes smoothly.
In Quebec, marriage contracts and notaries go hand in hand, this is because the document is only considered valid after it has been signed before a notary. These contracts allow you to determine how your property will be managed for the duration of your life as a couple. Furthermore, as experts in family law, we will give you clear explanations as to various economic or legal consequences of marriage and civil unions, as well as provide you with consultation properly suited to fit your situation.
We also can act as an officiant for your wedding, in Quebec notaries have the power to celebrate a civil marriage or a civil union. Unlike clerks, who are confined to a courthouse, we have the freedom to perform this at any location of your choosing. Naturally, since marriage and civil union ceremonies are subject to many rules to ensure legality, this is a great choice for couple who are interested in learning more about the legal implications of their commitment or even those who are considering establishing a civil union contract.
When you are self-employed and a small or medium sized business owner, it can be very risky to let your personal property get mixed up with the assets of your business. In doing so, you can expose yourself to some pretty serious financial problems and even professional liability lawsuits. Sometimes simple legal advice can prevent your life savings from being put at risk, why take the chance?
We have helped many small businesses grow into successful companies, yours could be next! As both legal advisors and financial analysts, we possess a variety of skills and assets that are valuable throughout the incorporation process. We are thorough analysts, trained mediators in civil and commercial matters, and experts in drafting secure contracts. Ultimately, our main objectives are to ensure the incorporation process goes smoothly, asses and improve your financial standings, and provide you with the proper legal guidance to help your business succeed.
A non-contentious procedure, as the name suggests, is used when there is no conflict or dispute, the purpose behind this is to obtain a necessary judgment in a case that does not present any disagreement. Notaries often acts in various cases before notaries or courts, such as real estate transactions, verification of wills, court approval of protection mandates, etc. We can represent you as counsel in these requests and obtain a court decision.
There are several advantages to choosing a non-contentious procedure before a notary. This is not only simpler, faster, and less expensive than the non-contentious procedure in court but above all, we do our best to make the process warmer and more humane. As notaries with multiple years of experience, we are fully equipped to represent our clients before the court in non-contentious Law. Our main objective is to obtain a judgment that will be favorable to you, so you can be sure to count on our assistance during each step of the proceedings.
A will provides the best assurance that your wishes will be carried out after you die by allowing you to express your wishes for the distribution of your property after your death. Our goal is to respect your last wishes and guide you through the process while avoiding potential conflicts by preparing a legally sound document that clearly communicates your interests. Ultimately this document grants you the peace of mind of knowing that your loved ones in mourning will have everything planned to keep them out of trouble and avoid any conflicts that may arise.
If you have no will, the law will determine both your heirs and the share to which they are entitled, however the heirs designated by the law are not necessarily the ones you would have chosen. Furthermore, notaries’ experience in this area shows that where there is no will, the possibility of conflict between the heirs is greater. It does not matter whether you have a lot to leave to your heirs. What matters above all is that it is passed on without any complications.
Losing a loved one is always difficult and can be a very painful time for the family. We understand this and are here to assist you by making things easier in the settlement of the estate. Ultimately our goal is to make your job easier by offering quality legal services while, given the circumstances, promoting a more compassionate approach. We offer help with Will searches, Appointment or replacement of a liquidator, Preparation of the inventory of assets and many other services.
Settling a succession is a delicate and complex matter, it is in the heir’s best interest to be patient and ensure that all the formalities required by law have been fulfilled. The law provides for the transfer of property from the deceased to the heirs and imposes specific rules for liquidating the succession. We can ensure that the procedures prescribed by law are properly followed and that any legal problems that may arise are appropriately resolved.
A protection mandate gives you the opportunity to name, in advance, one or several people to look after your well-being and manage your property if you become incapable of doing this yourself. We are here to help guide you throughout the process and simplify the complex legal specifics, we strive to ensure your needs are met and the right person is chosen to take care of your person and property.
Some people falsely assume that only the elderly need a protection mandate. Young people should really have one too, as an accident or illness can happen to you at any time and rob you of your decision-making capacity. Also if you have young children, a protection mandate allows you to designate a tutor for them, which avoids having one appointed by the court.
Going away on a trip? Will you be spending time in the hospital? It is comforting to know that someone you trust can manage your affairs and administer your property while you are away. That person may be your spouse, one of your children, or a good friend. A power of attorney allows you to appoint a person (or mandatary) to act on your behalf in certain circumstances. The document can outline a series of powers you want to entrust to your mandatary. For example, the mandatary may pay your rent or mortgage, carry out banking transactions, renew your insurance policies, etc.
We can guide you through the process of choosing a type of power of attorney, drafting the document, getting it notarized, and even help you arrange for an additional witness. It is not a legal requirement for your power of attorney to be notarized, however, there are very good reasons to do so. The main one being that notarizing the document assures others that both the signature and document are legitimate, making it much less likely to be scrutinized. This is especially true when dealing with financial institutions, many banks will simply not accept powers of attorneys for property unless they are notarized.