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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.
Legal Podcast Episodes
The Legal Side of Real Estate Deals: What a Lawyer Does for You
May 28, 2026 Before you sign a contract of purchase and sale or remove subject conditions, understand what you're legally agreeing to. FH&P Lawyers' Clay Williams and Abu Khurana explain what lawyers do in a real estate…
Challenging a Will in BC: Who Can Contest, What the Courts Consider, and Why Time Matters
May 28, 2026 Wondering if you can contest a parent's or spouse's estate in British Columbia? FH&P Lawyers' Clay Williams and Darren Kautz explain who qualifies, what evidence matters, and why missing the 180-day filing…
What Every BC Landlord Should Know About the Residential Tenancy Board
April 24, 2026 Confused about the Residential Tenancy Board? FH&P Lawyers explains eviction notices, forbearance of rent, owner occupancy penalties, and landlord tips for BC rental properties to avoid costly Residential…
Legal Articles
The TN Visa for Canadian Nurses: What You Need to Know
May 12, 2026 Canadian nurses may qualify for TN visa status under USMCA to work in the United States. Proper licensure, documentation, and preparation are essential for approval.
Separated but Not Forgotten: How Marital Status Affects Minimum Necessary Income in Canadian Sponsorship Applications
April 09, 2026 Appeal clarified MNI rules: separated spouses in new common-law relationships may be excluded from family size, lowering income thresholds and enabling successful Canadian sponsorship applications.
Immigration Status in Criminal Sentencing
March 11, 2026 Canadian sentencing law permits judges to consider immigration consequences as collateral factors, if sentences remain proportionate and within accepted ranges, supporting individualized justice for all.
What the 2026 U.S. Travel Ban Expansion Means for Canadians With Criminal Records
February 17, 2026 The 2026 U.S. travel ban expansion introduces stricter biometric screening, increasing border scrutiny. Canadians with criminal records face higher inadmissibility risks and should consider U.S. Entry…
When a CRA Audit Turns Into a Tax Dispute: Early Warning Signs for Canadian Businesses
February 13, 2026 CRA audits can quietly evolve into tax disputes. Recognizing early warning signs helps Canadian businesses protect leverage, manage risk strategically, and strengthen future litigation positi
The Jay Treaty: U.S. Immigration Benefits for Indigenous and First Nations Individuals
January 19, 2026 The Jay Treaty grants eligible Indigenous and First Nations individuals born in Canada the right to enter, live, and work in the U.S. without a visa, with specific documentation required.
U.S. Implements $250 Entry Fee Effective October 1, 2025: What Canadians, Permanent Residents, and Foreign Workers Should Know About the New Border Change I FH&P Lawyers
December 09, 2025 This blog outlines the new U.S. $250 Visa Integrity Fee effective October 1, 2025, explaining who must pay it, exemptions, and how the change impacts Canadians and other visa-required travelers.
Alberta Graduate Entrepreneur Stream
September 09, 2025 The Alberta Graduate Entrepreneur Stream offers international graduates a pathway to permanent residence by starting or purchasing a business in Alberta, fostering innovation, job creation, and long-term…
Estate Disputes Are on the Rise
May 01, 2025 With estate litigation on the rise, FH&P Lawyers explains why disputes happen, how courts respond, and what families can do now to protect their legacy and avoid conflict.
