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Powers of Attorney

Powers of Attorney A Power of Attorney for Property may save substantial time and money in the event of incapacity or an extended time away from home and is relatively inexpensive. The word Attorney in this context does not mean lawyer. A Power of Attorney for...

Possessory Title

Possessory Title The recent case of Clark v. Kwasney decided by Mr. Justice Reid here in Hamilton further emphasizes the difficulty of establishing “squatters’ rights”. Counsel (Bordin) was unable to convince their clients to settle and therefore the matter proceeded...

Homeowners Insurance Policy

Homeowners Insurance Policy Every so often, I will get a call from someone who is having difficulty in making a claim under their homeowners insurance policy. Most of us are used to representing clients in first-party claims relative to their auto insurance policies,...

Motor Vehicle Accident Claims

Motor Vehicle Accident Claims If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident, there are a number of critical decisions that must be made. Who will care for you or your loved one upon release from the hospital? How do you access future...

Current Issues in Commercial Litigation Seminar

Current Issues in Commercial Litigation Seminar Michael Winward received his LL.B. from the University of Western Ontario in 1983. He was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1985 and immediately commenced employment with Mackesy Smye LLP, becoming a partner in 1990....