Elder Abuse: Where to go for Help
Generally speaking, elder abuse is any act that harms or threatens to harm someone who is... Read More
I’m named as my father’s Power of Attorney…How do I know when to start acting?
I recently met with sisters, Sue and Janice (not their real names), at my law office... Read More
My father signed a Power of Attorney for Property in Alberta….Is it valid in Ontario?
Last week I met with Sue (not her real name) in my law office in the... Read More
“Be prepared and save money: Sign a Power of Attorney for Property”
By Donna Neff and Natalie Sanna
Publication: Parent-Child Guide Book, Lanark, Leeds and Grenville
Volume 15 Number 3 Summer 2014
Unavailable on the Day of Closing?…Sign a Limited Power of Attorney of Property
It’s almost summer and the real estate market is definitely in full swing. Some properties that... Read More
Making Decisions Under a Power of Attorney
Siblings often don’t get along, even at the best of times. Add the stress and emotion... Read More
My bank told me to sign the bank’s Power of Attorney form. That’s okay, right?
Early in the new year, I met with Grace* to review her estate planning. She signed... Read More
Power of Attorney Compensation: Have You Reported Yours to CRA?
Are you acting under powers of attorney for a family member or friend? Did you know... Read More
“Role Reversal”
by Wendy Warburton
Publication: Ottawa Citizen
April 20, 2013
Donna is interviewed about Powers of Attorney and how these documents can be used.
Link to article online: Role Reversal
Acting Under a Power of Attorney — One Big Mistake I see All the Time
I remember meeting with Michael (not his real name) in my Ottawa, Ontario, office not long... Read More