The perils of using joint tenancy for estate planning (Jackson v. Rosenberg)
Wednesday, August 9, 2023James R.G. CookLitigationProbate, Real Estate, Tax & Estate Planning
In Ontario, properties may be registered in joint tenancy as an estate planning mechanism. Property that is jointly owned passes automatically to...
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Zombie Deed Sparks Reoccurring Legal Debate
Wednesday, March 11, 2020James R.G. CookLitigation, Real EstateZombie Deed, Probate, Land Registry
Absent a sequel by way of appeal, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice may have struck the final blow to the head of "zombie deeds". A "zombie deed" generally refers to...
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