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What happens to my will if my lawyer dies, retires or moves?

April 24, 2019 | Michele Allinotte | Blog, Estates & Estate Planning, General Legal Matters

What happens to your will if your lawyer holds the original and they retire or die? Cornwall lawyer Michele Allinotte explains.

Does your lawyer use inclusive language?

April 23, 2019 | Michele Allinotte | Blog, Community, Estates & Estate Planning, General Legal Matters, Uncategorized

Cornwall lawyer Michele Allinotte discusses using gender neutral and inclusive language in legal documents and correspondence.

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If I Don’t Own Anything, Why Do I Need A Will?

April 22, 2019 | Michele Allinotte | Blog, Estates & Estate Planning

Cornwall lawyer Michele Allinotte discusses why you need a will even if you don’t have a lot of assets.

Cryptocurrency assets may call for an update to estate plan

April 20, 2019 | Michele Allinotte | Blog, Estates & Estate Planning, General Legal Matters, Tax Planning, Uncategorized

Cornwall lawyer Michele Allinotte speaks with Advocate Daily about how to incorporate your cryptocurrency assets into your estate plan.

What does my real estate lawyer do when I buy a home?

October 28, 2018 | Michele Allinotte | Blog, Real Estate

Cornwall real estate lawyer infographic outlining the steps in a real estate purchase.

Insolvent estates add stress to a sad situation

June 26, 2018 | Michele Allinotte | Blog, Estates & Estate Planning, General Legal Matters

An insolvent estate adds a layer of complexity to an already emotionally fraught situation. I was recently interviewed by Advocate Daily on this issue.

Digital assets and estate planning – the new normal

June 26, 2018 | Michele Allinotte | Blog, Business Law, Estates & Estate Planning, General Legal Matters, Social Media

As society moves toward an online existence, it becomes increasingly important to account for our digital presence in our wills and in estate planning.

What is the Canada Pension Plan Death Benefit?

June 26, 2018 | Michele Allinotte | Blog, Estates & Estate Planning

The financial issues that arise from the death of a loved one can cause a significant amount of stress. It is important to look at all the options available to you to help defray the costs. The Canada Pension Plan offers a one-time lump-sum death benefit following the death of a contributor to the plan.