In Loving Memory – Stacey Amber Thomas
The West Legal Family has lost a beautiful soul. Stacey Amber Thomas passed away peacefully on December 24th after a brief but... Read More
Forced Sale of Jointly Owned Property: Partition and Sale in Alberta
In Alberta, you can force the sale of jointly owned property. Section 15 of the Law of Property Act allows a co-owner... Read More
Stigmatized Property in Alberta: Buying or Selling a Home with a History
After reading the title of this blog post, you might be wondering what on earth a “stigmatized property” is. A stigmatized property... Read More
Alberta Property Disputes
What is a Property Dispute? Property disputes are usually characterized by any legal dispute involving “real property.” Real property refers to buildings... Read More
Residential Tenancy Disputes in Alberta
How Are Residential Tenancy Disputes Dealt With in Alberta? In Alberta, landlord/tenant disputes used to be litigated through the courts, usually at... Read More
Can I have more than one domicile?
While Foote Estate (Re) is no longer a recent decision, its implications on Alberta estate law are worth commenting on. At issue... Read More
Why it’s Crucial to Pay Your Property Taxes On-Time
When you purchase a home, your real estate lawyer will likely emphasize the importance of paying your property taxes regularly and on-time.... Read More
The Land Titles System in Alberta
Confused about how Land Titles work in Alberta? When you purchase or sell your home, a Transfer of Land is registered at... Read More
Why do I need a Real Estate Lawyer?
Along with your realtor, lender representative and mortgage broker, real estate lawyers fulfill an essential role in closing your real estate transaction.... Read More
