Edmonton Legal Updates & Information
Executor Duties
What are the responsibilities and duties of an executor? Executor Duties and Probate of a Will You have been named as the executor or personal…
COVID 19 Response
BOSECKE LAW LLP – COVID 19 Pandemic Response Bosecke Law LLP is currently operating and working to assist our clients during these unusual circumstances caused…
COVID 19 & Estate Planning Information- Bosecke Law LLP
INTRODUCTION The Covid-19 pandemic has brought uncertainty and numerous risks to the health and to the lives of all Albertans. Faced with this unprecedented situation,…
COVID 19 – Land Titles – Video Conferencing to sign documents
Land Titles – Video Conferencing to sign documents Effective April 3, 2020, through a ministerial order, the Government of Alberta is temporarily allowing the registration…
What is a Minor Injury Cap Claim?
In Alberta, the Minor Injury Regulation can limit (“Cap”) the general damages you may recover for non-serious “minor injuries”. These “minor injuries” include strains, sprains…
Your Personal Injury Lawyers
Experienced Edmonton Personal Injury Lawyers If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, contact our lawyers at Bosecke Law LLP to…
TFSA and Estate Planning: A Powerful Tool When Properly Designated
Since the creation of Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs) in 2009 a lot of Canadians have heard about these accounts and as of 2016, 9,974,130…
New Year – New Will?
There are many reasons that you should consider updating your Will, one of the simplest reasons is that having your affairs in order and having…
Why Should I Hire a Corporate Lawyer?
Small Businesses hire Accountants and Insurance Agents at launch; a Corporate Lawyer should be hired the same way. When a Lawyer is hired after a…
What Is Bridge Financing?
Bridge financing is short-term financing used when a homeowner is purchasing a new property and taking possession prior to the sale of their current property.…
What Are Real Estate Holdbacks?
Real Estate Holdbacks are mechanisms used when a seller, at the time of closing the transaction, still has outstanding contractual obligations to fulfill before the…
What is a Real Property Report?
A Real Property Report (RPR) is a legal document that clearly illustrates the location of significant visible improvements relative to property boundaries. RPRs will show…
Differences Between a Grant Of Probate and a Grant of Administration
A grant of probate proves the validity of an individual’s will and grants authority to the executor, while a Grant of Administration is necessary when…
What is Title Insurance?
Title Insurance is an insurance policy that protects property owners and lenders from financial losses related to the property’s title and ownership. Albertans, when purchasing…
What is a Bareland Condominium?
Bareland Condominiums are, typically, stand-alone structures such as detached homes, townhouses, and duplexes. When most people think of condominiums, they think of a unit in…
Mortgage Basics
This article will provide a brief overview of the mortgage instrument itself, define certain common terms associated with mortgages, and provide a brief overview what…
What Does An Executor Do?
The Executor is the individual named in the will or appointed by court, whose role is to carry out the directions of the deceased person’s…
Residential Real Estate Terms Defined
Residential real estate transactions in Alberta are most commonly governed by the various versions of the Alberta Real Estate Association’s template forms of agreement. These…
Differences Between Purchasing a New Condo or a Re-sale Condo
Purchasing a condo new will have differences in the complexity of purchase agreements, closing processes, and warranty programs when compared to purchasing a re-sale condo…
Plan your Estate with an Enduring Power of Attorney
An Enduring Power of Attorney allows you to plan for the administration of your affairs in the event that you become permanently or temporarily mentally…
Personal Directive Vs. A Will
A Will determines how a person’s property will be divided upon death, and a personal directive grants authority to an individual to make decisions on…
Why a Real Estate Lawyer is Essential in your New Home Build
Involving a real estate lawyer in the construction and purchase of your new home will ensure the purchase agreement works in your favour without issue…
What does a Real Estate Lawyer do
A real estate lawyer will assist with the preparation and understanding of the purchase or buy contract, ensuring you have all the necessary legal components…