Esther Abecassis joined Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF) in 2021 as an associate lawyer in our wills and estates and corporate groups. She is a graduate of Western University where she earned both her B.A. and J.D and was soon called to the bar in 2019. Esther began her legal career at a mid-sized downtown […]
The value of freedom of speech, and the need for some limits on that freedom, have long been recognised as central to a vibrant and healthy democracy and, frankly, a decent society. The internet has cast that balance in disarray.[1] In a ground-breaking decision, the Superior Court of Justice has just recognized the tort of […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has lead to noticeable changes in the real estate market in the GTA as well as to a general recession, according to Statistics Canada. While detached houses and living space in the suburbs in general increased in value, smaller living spaces such as condominiums are in very low demand. Purchasers who entered […]
ALLEGATIONS OF SEXUAL ABUSE WHEN PARENTS HAVE SEPARATED 17 C.F.L.Q. 191 Nicholas Bala & John Schuman Introduction – The Context Parental custody and access disputes are emotionally charged and difficult for everyone involved: parents, children and professionals. If there are allegations of abuse, the emotional tension, bitterness and complexity are invariably heightened. These cases are […]
James Satin is the co-managing partner of the firm. James also heads our creditors rights group which includes debt recovery and bankruptcy and insolvency. Effective, efficient, results-oriented, cost-conscious and professional are adjectives used by James’ clients to describe him. Among his clients, James acts as counsel for Canadian chartered banks and other financial institutions on […]
Is having outstanding loans and uncollected debt becoming business as usual? For large corporations, small businesses and banking institutions that deal in mortgages and any kind of revenue collection, there is always some form of unpaid and uncollected debt. At Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF), we help to maximize your recovery of collections and mortgages to ensure […]
BARRIE WILLS AND ESTATES LAWYER After a successful career of over 50 years, Michael Reed has retired from the practice of law. DSF remains committed to delivering quality legal services to Michael’s clients, and we are pleased to announce that Jillian Bowman, an experienced Family Lawyer and Wills and Estates Lawyer, will be representing Michael’s […]
BARRIE REAL ESTATE LAWYER After a successful career of over 50 years, Michael Reed has retired from the practice of law. DSF remains committed to delivering quality legal services to Michael’s clients, and we are pleased to announce that Laura Rosati, an experienced real estate lawyer, will be representing Michael’s clients going forward. Michael Reed […]
BARRIE CORPORATE AND BUSINESS LAWYER After a successful career of over 50 years, Michael Reed has retired from the practice of law. DSF remains committed to delivering quality legal services to Michael’s clients, and we are pleased to announce that Tracey Rynard, an experienced corporate lawyer, will be representing Michael’s clients going forward. Michael Reed is […]
Tax laws are extremely complex and constantly changing. In order to reduce your tax burden and prevent your assets from being eroded by excessive taxes, you will need a tax plan conceived and implemented by an experienced tax lawyer. At Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF) we provide tax planning services for individuals, estates and businesses in the Barrie […]