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Thank you, Kathleen, for this kind review! A great testament to Jillian's hard work and professionalism. Thank you for sharing. #simcoecountylawyers #barrieontario #midlandontario #penetanguishenontario #orilliaontario #elmvaleontario #hgrgrahampartners

We are proud to be a Silver level corporate sponsor for this year's 25th Annual VIRTUAL Tender Hearts Gala: SILVER LININGS JUBILEE in support of Seasons Centre for Grieving Children Join us from the comfort of your home on Friday, April 23rd for an evening of musical entertainment, comedy, a spectacular online auction and more! To register visit: www.grievingchildren.com/gala Seasons Centre for Grieving Children is a charitable organization serving Simcoe County and beyo...nd. Since 1995, they have been providing peer to peer support groups for our community’s children/teens and their families grieving the death, or life-threatening illness of an immediate family member. Participants are supported through the grief process by professional program staff and trained volunteer grief facilitators in a safe, non-judgmental, home like atmosphere. The Gala is the largest fundraiser of the year for Seasons Centre. They receive no government funding. Proceeds from the Gala help them continue to provide peer support and education free of charge for grieving children and families. . . . #seasonscentreforgrievingchildren #silverliningsjubilee #barrieontario #hgrgrahampartners

What will become of your pets if you die before they do? A good estate plan includes arrangements for the care of your animal companions after you pass. Learn about how to include your pet in your estate planning here: www.hgrgp.ca/pets-and-your-estate-plan #estateplanning #petownership #pets #petsarefamily #estatelawyer

Land Transfer Tax (LTT) is a provincial tax payable by a purchaser or transferee upon completion of a property transfer. The LTT is based on a cumulative graduated basis determined by the consideration or purchase price paid by a purchaser or transferee. Transfers of property in the City of Toronto are subject to municipal Land Transfer Tax in addition to the provincial LTT. Speak with us about Land Transfer Tax and other closing costs associated with your purchase or property transfer. #realestatelawyer #realestate #RealEstateTaxes #simcoecountylawyers

When buying & selling real estate, it is important to consider the various tax implications of the transaction. We've outlined and highlighted some of the tax consequences that should be considered when purchasing and selling real estate. #realestate #realestatetaxes #realestatelawyer

Wishing everyone a happy Easter weekend and Passover. Our offices will be closed Friday, April 2nd and will reopen Monday, April 5th. Stay safe everyone!

The team at HGR Graham Partners would like to wish our family, friends and clients a Happy Hanukkah. May you receive joy, light and peace this holiday season.

Lori Larmand and Sharon Strathearn, two of Santa’s Midland/Penetang helpers display presents that will go to two local families for Christmas this year. We are pleased to continue our participation in the Adopt-a-Family program managed by the Salvation Army through the Mirror newspaper. Christmas Cheers!

Today is #NationalChildDay! This day commemorates the United Nations' adoption of two documents centred on children's rights to ensure all children are treated with dignity; are protected from harm; provided with basic needs and the opportunity to reach their full potential. We, at HGR Graham Partners, are committed to celebrating and protecting all children in the communities we serve.

Join our team! Our Midland office is looking for an Estates Law Clerk and a Wills Law Clerk. Application deadline for both position is December 17, 2020. To learn more and view full job descriptions, please visit www.hgrgp.ca/careers/staff.

It is never too early to begin your Estate planning journey. There are a number of legal requirements to make a valid Will. The primary requirement is that an individual must have ‘testamentary capacity’. What does this mean? Read this article to learn more.

Did you know...56% of Canadians do not have wills in place? So, why should you make a will? 1. Wills allow individuals to provide for their loved ones in the manner that they choose. 2. Wills can be used to maintain some control over assets after death. ... 3. Wills allow you to appoint the person or people that you trust most to manage your estate. 4. Wills help to make the administration of your estate much easier for your loved ones after your death.

DIY Separation Agreements (A Caution) Check out associate lawyer, Lori Aylwin's article on the importance of engaging a lawyer when separating to assist in ensuring that your Separation Agreement is valid and enforceable down the road.

People's lives are unique & complex and there is no substitute for a good plan. Contact us at one of our five locations to connect with a lawyer. We will help you develop a plan for your future. #OBAMakeAWill #MakeAWillMonth

Join our team! We are looking for a full-time Real Estate Law Clerk to join us at our Midland & Penetanguishene offices. This position is ideal for an individual who has a desire for a high level of responsibility in a fast paced and growing Firm and wishes to be an integral member of a dynamic growing team. Legal Assistant/Law Clerk diploma with at least 3- 5 years of direct recent Real Estate experience is required. To learn more, visit our job posting online: https://indeedhi.re/3nk0BM4 Application deadline is November 19, 2020. Thank you to all who apply.

At HGR Graham Partners, our team of family law lawyers is devoted to finding a cost effective and fair resolution to a variety of family law issues. Family law can be a complicated and stressful process, but we are here to help.

From all of us at HGR Graham Partners LLP, we wish you and your family a safe and happy Thanksgiving. Our offices will be closed Monday, October 12 to observe the holiday. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, October 13.

To all of our Francophone clients & community members, HGR Graham Partners is excited to highlight our team member, Julia Wallace, who is available to provide our services in French. Julia was recently featured in the Le Goût de vivre newspaper, which you can read online at www.legoutdevivre.com.

Did you know? We have 5 locations throughout Simcoe County to help serve you! Visit our website www.hgrgp.ca/contact-us to get in touch with the HGR Graham Partners office nearest you.

A successful HGR Graham sponsored show - A Day in the Life Featuring Cynthia Dale on June 29th. The full video of the interview can be viewed by anyone who is interested.

The decision to either send children to school for in-person learning or keep them home for remote learning has been difficult for many families. Parents who are not on the same page regarding their child’s mode of education during COVID-19 are faced with additional complexities. Check out our associate, Victoria Hanton's article outlining some recent cases on how the Courts are dealing with this issue

It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our associate and friend, Ted Symons, deceased November 25, 2020. We are proud to have been associated with Ted in the practice of law for the past 2 decades. Throughout his legal career Ted exemplified the highest standards. He was respected and liked by the legal community, his clients and staff. Ted’s life was a life experienced to the fullest. Some of his experiences include: sail boat racing, outback skiing, mot...orcycle excursions, parachute jumping, and civic politics including serving as Mayor of Midland. Ted died at age 85. He will be missed by his friends at HGR Graham Partners.

HGR Graham Partners LLP is pleased to support Hospice Huronia. Donna Macfarlane, Partner presents a cheque to Board Chair Marthe Scott, part of our $20,000 commitment to this organization which works to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their families facing life threatening illness or bereavement. Hospice Huronia opened a 5 bed residential hospice, Tomkins House in April to provide a beautiful home-like environment where those in the final weeks of life can live in comfort and dignity until they die. Further details of the work of this wonderful community organization can be found at www.hospicehuronia.ca or on FB and Twitter.

Please join us at today's virtual event. A Day in the Life featuring Cythia Dale at the Midland Cultural Centre.

The purchase of your home is an important event and can sometimes be stressful. We are here to provide you with knowledge and support to make your home purchase as smooth and efficient as possible. Thank you to our client for this great review!

Dying without a Will is rarely a good idea. It leaves your loved ones in a state of uncertainty over who will be responsible for the administration of your estate, and often results in increased cost and acrimony. When an individual dies without a valid Will, they are said to die ‘intestate’. Ontario’s Succession Law Reform Act provides rules for the distribution of such a person’s Estate. To get a better idea of how this distribution would unfold, take a look at our blog to review a number of potential scenarios contemplated by the statute.

Please join us in welcoming our newest associate - Julia Wallace

Make a Will Month is an opportunity to do what you may have been putting off for several months (or years). A substantial number of Ontarians do not have a Will. If you are one of those individuals, or if you have a Will in need of amending, your lawyer can help you to create a Will that reflects your wishes. Learn more about the many benefits of making a will here: https://bit.ly/33c6cwb

We are looking for some more awesome people to join our Board of Directors now that we are open!

These are stressful times for everyone, and it can be difficult to know how to support children through this crisis when we ourselves are experiencing anxiety. This can be particularly difficult when a family has also gone through a marital separation and parents aren’t near each other to provide a sounding board or support here is a link to some tips from an American Resource the National Association of School Psychologists that you may find helpful. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your parenting agreement or Court order, we are open for telephone or video consultations and have experienced Family Law lawyers to help. https://www.nasponline.org//helping-children-cope-with-cha

We hope everyone has a happy Easter weekend and Passover. Our offices will be closed Friday, April 10th and reopen Tuesday, April 14th at 9:00 a.m. Stay safe everyone! *Some of our lawyers will continue to be available for urgent matters, please reach out directly to our lawyers via our website*

For more information on how you can take advantage of this offer please visit our website and fill out a contact form: https://hgrgp.ca/thank-you-to-our-frontline-workers/

Our wills lawyers now have a new tool in their tool kit to assist clients making wills and powers of attorney, or changing their wills and powers of attorney and estate plans during the COVID-19 pandemic, thanks to a legislative change by the Ontario Government.

Start your will and estate planning from home... Will intake appointments available by phone and video conferencing Call our office to set up an appointment-... Barrie- 705-737-1811 Elmvale- 705-322-1671 Orillia- 705-327-6655 Midland- 705-526-2231 Penetanguishene- 705-549-3114 See more

Employment lawyer, Andrew Mae participated in a panel discussion last week for the Orillia District Chamber of Commerce which can be viewed by clicking the Zoom link below. If you wish to seek advice from Andrew Mae concerning employment law obligations, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, he can be contacted at 705-526-2231

"They shall not grow old, was we that are left grow old, Age shall not weary them nor the years condemn, At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We shall remember them." - Laurence Binyon

Did you know? November is Make A Will Month. Throughout the coming weeks, we will be sharing valuable information and insights from our team of lawyers about writing a will and developing a plan for your future and your family's future. Stay tuned!

Thursday, April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day, and while social distancing effects how Autism Ontario marks the event; it does not change the meaning and significance. Join Autism Ontario today at 2pm for a virtual flag raising: https://youtu.be/oycO1-OrECE

What an innovative idea! New to our community this year, the Creative Communities Culture Conference will be hosting online conferences identifying and addressing opportunities and obstacles in our creative community.

Co-parenting during COVID-19 can be difficult - associate lawyer Victoria Hanton gives a summary on what the courts are saying about parenting exchanges during this time of social distancing