• Meet Lift Legal

    POP QUIZ! TRUE OR FALSE: a) Lawyers are too expensive. b) Lawyers use big words unnecessarily and only other lawyers can understand the agreements they write. c) Lawyers are busy and don’t have the time to really get to know their clients. d) The best way to get what I want is to hire a […]

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  • Spousal Support: What is it and am I entitled to it?

    Upon the breakup of a relationship, one or both partners may be entitled to claim spousal or partner support from the other. Providing financial support after separation is primarily intended to alleviate financial hardship and to help financially dependent partners become financially self-sufficient within a reasonable timeframe. However, a partner is not automatically entitled to […]

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  • What should be in my purchase agreement?

    I am buying a home! What should be in my purchase agreement? Although most real estate agents are very carful about completing purchase agreements on behalf of their clients, when buying at home it is still important to carefully review your purchase agreement to ensure that it is complete and accurate. Unlike the vast majority […]

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  • Estate planning for blended families

    Having your estate in order for those you leave behind is of the utmost importance. It will ensure your wishes are upheld and will give your loved ones the gift of certainty during a difficult time. With blended families and second (or third) marriages, such planning can seem overwhelming and uncomfortable. However, with guidance from […]

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  • Stories for the Holiday Season

    Can you believe how time flies? As December approaches, you’ve probably started thinking of how your family will be spending the holiday season. No matter what holiday you and your family celebrate, there is nothing more special than cuddling up with your children and enjoying a book. When it comes to holiday books, there are […]

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  • Winter Activities for You and Your Family

    Halloween costumes have been packed away for another year and people have started to string up the Christmas lights. While we’re grateful the cold weather held off for Halloween, it’s time to think about what fun activities you and your family can do during the winter. Trying to wrestle your children into winter jackets, snow […]

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  • Separation and Social Media

    The use of social media has been growing steadily over the past few years. There are over 2.27 monthly active users on Facebook, which only keeps increasing each year. Needless to say, social media has become a large part of our everyday lives. People use social media for a variety of things; connecting with old […]

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  • How a Pet Can Help Your Family Through Your Divorce

    Divorce isn’t easy for anyone, especially children. Often, younger children don’t understand that the family dynamic they are familiar with will be changing. No longer will they have both parents in the same home together and this can cause various issues such as health-related problems, and a rise in anxiety, stress, and low self-esteem. While […]

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  • Keep Safe This Halloween

    Halloween is one of the most anticipated nights of the year, and it’s not hard to imagine why. It’s a night where children don costumes of their favourite horror villains or superheroes, call out “Trick-or-Treat”, and collect all the candy they want. However, with all of the excitement, it is important to be cautious. Here […]

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