Devry Smith Frank LLP
Since 1964, Devry Smith Frank LLP (DSF) has provided trusted legal service to individuals, businesses, and institutions throughout Ontario.
Small drafting errors can create major estate-planning problems, including unnecessary tax, probate delays, and disputes among beneficiaries.
Ontario wills and estates lawyer Ish*ta Chopra examines common mistakes involving RRSP, TFSA, and life insurance beneficiary designations, survivorship clauses, jointly owned and corporate assets, percentage-based gifts, and inheritances for minors. She also explains when a formal trust may be required and why precise instructions matter when preparing a will.
For advice concerning an estate dispute or estate plan, speak with a wills and estates lawyer today by contacting us at [email protected] or by calling 416-449-1400.
www.devrylaw.ca/wills-and-estates
Disclaimer: This video is not legal advice. Consult with a qualified legal professional for advice tailored to your circumstances.
08/14/2026
Small estate planning errors can lead to unnecessary taxes, delays, and disputes.
Our latest video examines several common pitfalls involving beneficiary designations, wills, trusts, and asset ownership: https://youtu.be/Z4nvvCA0DCI
08/12/2026
How much interest can a creditor claim on unpaid debt in Ontario? The answer may depend on the contract, the Interest Act, and the Courts of Justice Act.
Read our latest blog for key considerations when calculating and pleading interest on a liquidated debt claim: https://devrylaw.ca/claiming-interest-on-liquidated-debt-in-ontario/
What causes estate litigation in Ontario?
Ontario wills and estates lawyer Ish*ta Chopra examines common estate disputes, including contested wills, testamentary capacity, undue influence, trust disputes, executor misconduct, and dependant support claims. She also covers practical estate-planning measures that may reduce conflict, protect beneficiaries, and preserve family relationships.
For advice concerning an estate dispute or estate plan, speak with a wills and estates lawyer today by contacting us at [email protected] or by calling 416-449-1400.
www.devrylaw.ca/wills-and-estates
Disclaimer: This video is not legal advice. Consult with a qualified legal professional for advice tailored to your circumstances.
08/07/2026
What causes estate disputes, and how can careful planning help prevent them?
Our latest video covers contested wills, trust disputes, executor misconduct, dependant support claims, and practical prevention strategies: https://youtu.be/Z4nvvCA0DCI
08/04/2026
Devry Smith Frank LLP and Woitzik Polsinelli LLP are excited to welcome our articling students for the 2026-2027 term.
Please click the links below to learn more about them!
Muskan Agrawal - www.devrylaw.ca/teammembers/muskan-agrawal
Michael Goodman - www.devrylaw.ca/teammembers/michael-goodman
Yashika Shroff - www.devrylaw.ca/teammembers/yashika-shroff
Aranya Sivakumar - www.devrylaw.ca/teammembers/aranya-sivakumar
Emma Wilson - www.devrylaw.ca/teammembers/emma-wilson
08/04/2026
DSF is excited to welcome Mariem Naem as an associate lawyer in our commercial litigation department.
To learn more about Mariem, visit our website: https://devrylaw.ca/teammembers/mariem-naem/
08/04/2026
We are excited to welcome Jason Corry to DSF as an associate lawyer in our collections and mortgage recovery and commercial litigation departments.
To learn more about Jason, visit our website: https://devrylaw.ca/teammembers/jason-corry/
08/04/2026
We are excited to welcome Jessica Santucci to DSF as an associate family law lawyer.
To learn more about Jessica, visit our website: https://devrylaw.ca/teammembers/jessica-santucci/
Canada’s new First-Time Home Buyers’ GST Rebate could provide significant savings on qualifying new and substantially renovated homes, but strict timelines apply.
Ontario real estate lawyer Jon Dippolito explains the key purchase, construction and closing deadlines, along with potential issues involving cancelled agreements and assignments.
If you are buying a new-build or pre-construction home in Ontario, contact Jon at [email protected] or 289-220-3229 to confirm how the rebate rules may apply to your transaction.
www.devrylaw.ca/real-estate
www.durhamlawyer.ca/real-estate-law-2
Disclaimer: This video is not legal advice. Consult with a qualified legal professional for advice tailored to your circumstances.
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