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FH&P Welcomes Russell Tse to Law Team as General Solicitor
FH&P Welcomes Russell Tse to Law Team as General Solicitor

March 30, 2023 FH&P’s legal team is growing again with the addition of Russell Tse. Russell conducts a solicitor’s practice, providing services to his clients in the areas including, but not limited to, residential and commercial Real Estate, First Nations Land Development, Corporate and Commercial, Wills, and Estate Administration.

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Enforceability of Contracts for Estate & Executors
Enforceability of Contracts for Estate & Executors

March 15, 2023 Episode 53 of the Law Talk Podcast features Jen Schreurs, an Associate with FH&P and a certified Trust & Estate Practitioner (TEP), to discuss enforceability of contracts upon death and those implications for the estate.

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5 Reasons Why Everyone Should Have A Will
5 Reasons Why Everyone Should Have A Will

January 04, 2023 Still looking for a New Year’s resolution? Consider making a will — or updating your will — and taking the time for estate planning. FH&P Associate Jen Schreurs shares 5 reasons why everyone should have a will in 2023.

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Chris Fraser Joins FH&P Lawyers
Chris Fraser Joins FH&P Lawyers

November 22, 2022 Chris brings 35 years of experience to FH&P as an Associate Counsel, proudly serving Kelowna and area clients in business law, real estate, land development, and estate planning.

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Know Before You Co-sign
Know Before You Co-sign

October 27, 2022 You have the best intentions, but co-signing could lead to family or tax consequences, know before you sign

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What You Need To Know When Appointing An Estate Committee
What You Need To Know When Appointing An Estate Committee

October 06, 2022 Having a Committee is usually left as a last resort when dealing with an individual with a lack of capacity when it comes to your estate plan.

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Concerns with the behaviour of elderly parents
Concerns with the behaviour of elderly parents

October 04, 2022 As the parents in your life start to age, are they making the right decisions for their money and their estate?

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Legal Bites - Brett McClelland
Legal Bites - Brett McClelland

September 26, 2022 Get to know Associate Brett McClelland who has gone from the world of competitive skiing to helping people with legal matters

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You're Young, Why Bother
You're Young, Why Bother

September 22, 2022 Believe it or not, the less you have, the more important it is to have an estate plan or will even if you don't have much

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FH&P Nominated for Best Of Awards in Kelowna and Penticton
FH&P Nominated for Best Of Awards in Kelowna and Penticton

May 03, 2023 FH&P Lawyers LLP are once again finalists for several Best Of Awards in Kelowna and Penticton, including Best Law Firm in both Okanagan cities.

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FH&P Celebrates Growth & Success In 2022
FH&P Celebrates Growth & Success In 2022

December 30, 2022 FH&P is ready to ring in the New Year but not before looking back on a successful 2022 that saw the firm win a Business of the Year award while continuing to grow throughout the Okanagan.

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Third Annual Gingerbread House Contest
Third Annual Gingerbread House Contest

December 07, 2022 Create your gingerbread house, upload a photo of it to Facebook or Instagram and you could win BIG!

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FH&P Supporting Season Of Giving Calendar
FH&P Supporting Season Of Giving Calendar

November 23, 2022 FH&P is a returning donor for the Season of Giving Calendar and is stepping up their game with a fun World Cup contest to provide additional support for this annual Kelowna fundraiser that benefits the KGH Foundation and the Child Advocacy Centre.

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Our lawyers lend their expertise and knowledge in the blog posts below. They will keep you up to date and informed on the latest news and information centered around legal matters close to home and across the country.

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Dealing With Dilemmas Over Duplexes, Non-Conforming Stratas
Dealing With Dilemmas Over Duplexes, Non-Conforming Stratas

May 23, 2023 Episode 58 of the Law Talk Podcast with Clay Williams and Tanvir Gill delves into the logistics and legalities surrounding duplexes and two-house properties, including concerns and misconceptions over non-conforming stratas with regards to common property.

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When Should I Incorporate My Startup?
When Should I Incorporate My Startup?

May 16, 2023 Startups looking to build a strong foundation for their business should strongly consider incorporating a company early on, which offers a number of important benefits.

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Evolution of Criminal Record Checks
Evolution of Criminal Record Checks

May 09, 2023 Episode 57 of the Law Talk Podcast with Clay Williams features FH&P Associate Brett McClelland discussing the evolution of criminal record checks, how they work, when and why they are necessary, and what might now show up due to recent changes in the results and reporting process.

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Influencers and Social Media Marketing: What You Need to Know
Influencers and Social Media Marketing: What You Need to Know

May 01, 2023 Social media influencers have become incredibly popular as a new means of marketing to the masses. But companies and influencers need to play by a new set of rules and regulations with regards to disclosure. Ava Aslani provides an overview on what influencers and businesses need to know before embarking on endorsements or engaging in paid promotion.

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Why Shareholders' Agreements Are Necessary
Why Shareholders' Agreements Are Necessary

April 25, 2023 Episode 56 of the Law Talk Podcast with Clay Williams & Tanvir Gill discusses the necessity of shareholders’ agreements in business and why it is best to be proactive in protecting your investment.

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Latest Canadian Immigration News
Latest Canadian Immigration News

April 17, 2023 Carly Perryman, paralegal for the Immigration Team at FH&P, recaps the latest Canadian Immigration news, ranging from Express Entry Draw updates to Post-Graduation Work Permit extensions as well as a potential strike that could cause processing delays.

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Employment Law Basics for Startups
Employment Law Basics for Startups

April 14, 2023 Going from startup founder to employer can be a big step. And hiring employees is not a process to be taken lightly. FH&P Associate Ava Aslani provides an overview of Employment Law basics for startups, including the employment standards in BC and other key legal aspects you need to know.

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How Non-Competition Clauses Work in B.C.
How Non-Competition Clauses Work in B.C.

April 11, 2023 Episode 55 of the Law Talk Podcast features FH&P Partner Nancy Ling co-hosting with Clay Williams to discuss the merits and ramifications of non-competition and non-solicitation clauses in British Columbia, including enforceability of employment agreements within the courts.

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What is a Minute Book and Why Do You Need One
What is a Minute Book and Why Do You Need One

April 03, 2023 Maintaining a minute book is essential and an integral part of managing your company. Without that corporate records book, several issues can arise - ranging from government audits to shareholder disagreements to the potential dissolving of your company by the BC Registry. Ava Aslani highly recommends trusting a lawyer to ensure your minute book is in order for all types of filings.

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FH&P Welcomes Russell Tse to Law Team as General Solicitor
FH&P Welcomes Russell Tse to Law Team as General Solicitor

March 30, 2023 FH&P’s legal team is growing again with the addition of Russell Tse. Russell conducts a solicitor’s practice, providing services to his clients in the areas including, but not limited to, residential and commercial Real Estate, First Nations Land Development, Corporate and Commercial, Wills, and Estate Administration.

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