Do bank customers have a right to an account? | Advisor.ca Supreme Court to consider whether to allow appeal from ex-BMO client This week, the Supreme Court of Canada will decide whether to hear an appeal from a bank customer, who had their accounts closed by...

Not family law but Supreme Court of Canada to decide whether to hear appeal on whether bank customers have a right to an account. The case challenges a bank’s decision to close a client’s accounts. www.advisor.ca/industry-new...

ONSC found no valid marriage contract where each party signed a different, unwitnessed agreement day before wedding. With s.55(1) unmet, the wife received $1.18M in equalization and $25K in tort damages; spousal support denied. R.-S. v. S., 2025 ONSC 6737 www.canlii.org/en/on/onsc/d...

The Zoom paradox: When a judge’s words and his court’s actions collide

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Apparently replying “maybe next time” to a wedding invitation is wrong.

I know that now.

Where’s the source for this? How a BC judge is tackling AI hallucinated cases in his courtroom

AI‑generated fake cases are increasingly surfacing in Canadian courts. Justice Masuhara, who first encountered hallucinated citations in 2024, says judges now face added verification as AI‑created materials appear in both lawyer and self‑rep submissions. www.nationalmagazine.ca/en-ca/articl...

Apparently replying “maybe next time” to a wedding invitation is wrong.

I know that now.

EXCLUSIVE: Provincial courts take the lead on AI-related decisions Ontario and Quebec dominate as regional differences begin to emerge

Provincial courts take the lead on AI-related decisions - Ontario and Quebec dominate as regional differences begin to emerge

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New Brunswick is proposing legislation that would remove the limitation period for civil claims by victims of intimate partner violence who were dependent on their assailant.

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When Clients Bring Their Own AI: The New Challenge for Legal Advice

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Relying on AI-generated non-existent cases can lead to serious penalties: Alberta Court of Appeal Ruling imposes no cost consequences but warns parties to verify their work

Relying on AI-generated non-existent cases can lead to serious penalties: Alberta Court of Appeal

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Courts’ move to in-person hearings for family matters will lead to higher legal fees, backlogs: lawyers Starting April 2nd, Toronto family matters will require short motions to be heard in person

Courts’ move to in-person hearings for family matters will lead to higher legal fees, backlogs: lawyers

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Is a Unified Family Court ever coming to Toronto?

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Proud to see our family law team at the CCLA’s 35th Annual Institute of Family Law! A special shoutout to our colleague Kate Wright for her upcoming presentation on Marriage Contract Precedents #familylaw #divorce

An undertaking is an undertaking. Law firm promised to hold $130K in trust until separation agreement was signed but tried to take fees when relationship with client broke down. Court ordered full amount paid into court. Dunn v. Watts 2026 ONSC 1228
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Here’s how Canada and other nations could be impacted by U.S. court ruling Wednesday’s court ruling, finding tech giants Meta and YouTube liable for social media addiction, could have far-reaching impacts on how social media companies operate and how consumers use the apps. ...

Wednesday’s court ruling, finding tech giants Meta and YouTube liable for social media addiction, could have far-reaching impacts on how social media companies operate and how consumers use the apps. www.ctvnews.ca/canada/artic...?

Appeal to proceed on whether judge wrongly made family property order in distinct estate matter Alberta appeal court acknowledges important legal issue on surviving ex-wife’s entitlement to estate

Alberta appeal court acknowledges important legal issue on surviving ex-wife’s entitlement to estate - Appeal to proceed on whether judge wrongly made family property order in distinct estate matter

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Supreme Court of Canada dismisses 2 applications for leave to appeal in family law cases dealing with intimate partner violence and parental authority as well as child protection. #SCC 

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ONSC granted Respondent sole signing authority to complete a property sale after the Applicant failed to cooperate. The Court also ordered the distribution of sale proceeds. Duong v. Nguyen, 2026 ONSC 1484

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ONSC clarified the jurisdiction of Associate Judges in family law motions, addressing party additions, disclosure obligations, and interim orders. Zaidi v. Zaidi, 2026 ONSC 1577

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When ‘I accept’ is enough Settlements reached by email may be binding agreements

When ‘I accept’ is enough - Settlements reached by email may be binding agreements

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Bill 21 hearing: SCC asks Quebec, orgs whether courts can declare Charter breaches in s. 33 cases Quebec asked the SCC to uphold its use of the notwithstanding clause on day two of a historic hearing

Bill 21 hearing: SCC asks Quebec, orgs whether courts can declare Charter breaches in s. 33 cases #SCC

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Client entering a second marriage? Lawyer says be careful Heela Donsky Walker explains the mistakes financial advisors and other stakeholders can make as families blend

Second marriages bring emotional, legal, and financial complexity—especially with children, unequal assets and unclear expectations. Experts warn that clear communication, independent legal advice and early planning are essential to avoid costly mistakes. www.wealthprofessional.ca/news/industr...?

A lawyer who fails to stay current with new cases risks becoming obsolete. The law evolves daily.

SCC’s 2025 Year in Review shows slightly more self-represented litigant filings than in 2024 Chief Justice Richard Wagner highlights events celebrating court’s 150th anniversary

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ONSC addresses the intersection of bankruptcy and family law - ONSC determined separation‑agreement debts—mortgage, joint credit and even post‑bankruptcy costs—were provable claims. The Court also rejected efforts to reframe these obligations as support. www.canlii.org/en/on/onsc/d...

ONSC enforced a mediated family‑law settlement, found no triable issue and awarded costs to the wife. Good review of settlement privilege—confirming it does not preclude evidence proving the agreement's existence. Gyurko v. Gyurko, 2026 ONSC 1399

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Alberta Court of Appeal bars questioning of non-party to family law action Woman suspects ex-husband of hiding income, dissipating matrimonial property

Alberta Court of Appeal bars questioning of non-party to family law action - Woman suspects ex-husband of hiding income, dissipating matrimonial property

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ONSC granted Respondent sole signing authority to complete a property sale after the Applicant failed to cooperate. The Court also ordered the distribution of sale proceeds and awarded costs to the Respondent due to the Applicant's unreasonable conduct.

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Safeguarding solicitor-client privilege CBA concerned public registry could force lawyers to disclose foreign client information

Safeguarding solicitor-client privilege - CBA concerned public registry could force lawyers to disclose foreign client information

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ONSC ordered the return of two children to the UK under the Hague Convention, finding the UK was their habitual residence and rejecting arguments on consent, grave risk, and independent objections. Zaidi v. Zia, 2026 ONSC 291.

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