Boughton Law
595 Burrard St # 700 V7X 1S8 Vancouver, BC, Canada

On behalf of the firm, we are pleased to announce Banking & Real Estate lawyer, Susan Do, as our newest Shareholder. http://ow.ly/OeSc50CZzVI

We're consistently amazed with the incredible contribution @DFSVancouver makes everyday to our community and economy. Let's help them broaden their impact on #GivingTuesdayCA https://twitter.com/DFSVancouver/status/1333835361781387264

There's still time! Register today for this fantastic virtual event. We've been incredibly proud to support all the amazing work that @DFSVancouver does supporting not only our communities but our economy. Register today - http://ow.ly/ipKC50CaFep #successluncheon

Lawyer Bruce Harwood discuss US election implications for immigration levels into Canada and the possible impact of an incoming Biden Administration. http://ow.ly/2ace50Ck5zD

We're excited to be supporting this fantastic event once again this year. We look forward to (virtually!) seeing you all there.

Recognized since 2012, lawyer Tony WIlson has once again been included on @BestLawyers 2021 list. Tony practices franchise and intellectual property law. ow.ly/NbFv50BmgKb

Lawyer Peter J. Anderson has been recognized in @BestLawyers 2021 list. Peter practices in the commercial leasing and real estate law space. http://ow.ly/jG2d50Bmg0K

Congratulations to lawyer Doug Hopkins for his inclusion in @BestLawyers 2021 list. Doug has been recognized annually since 2013. http://ow.ly/MUBR50BmfaB

Lawyer James M. Coady Q.C. has once again been recognized by @BestLawyers for 2021. This is his 9th consecutive year of inclusion on the annual list. http://ow.ly/NHwz50Bmefj

Congratulations to lawyer Conrad Nest for once again being recognized among @BestLawyers in Canada for 2021. http://ow.ly/3bar50Bl3pZ

With many professionals working from home during COVID, there may be individual tax deductions available. Lawyer Cameron Smith discusses these deductions and how to qualify for them. http://ow.ly/GNQD50B7xRV #tax #taxplanning #homeoffice

We're proud to share that our own @LawyerLuca is the new Board Chair of the @downtownvan. We look forward to his continued contributions. http://ow.ly/ETzF50ANOMS

British Columbia offers a number of pathways for individuals looking to immigrate here. The Boughton Immigration Team has created a simple overview to help you consider your options http://ow.ly/n8F750Av9rP #settleincanada #canimmigration

Boughton Law is looking for an intermediate-to-senior litigation assistant. More info and to apply: http://ow.ly/330S50Au0WS

COVID-19 Waivers - the new normal? Lawyer Brendan Morgan outlines how businesses might apply these waivers and what to consider when implementing one. http://ow.ly/Mktw50zYXO8 #covid19bc #bcbusiness

Lawyer Cameron Smith provides an update to recent changes in operation at CRA and their impact on tax payers. This covers both tax filing and estate law. http://ow.ly/2b3y50zYUDQ #taxplanning #estateplanning

Fellow #DVBIA members, join lawyer Donya Vahidi today @ 2p PST for a discussion on legal considerations when opening online storefronts in the age of COVID. More info here http://ow.ly/r1bK50zWXAY

Lawyer Bruce Harwood outlines recent changes regarding Temporary Foreign Worker programs, along with considerations employers should review when bringing employees into BC - http://ow.ly/kBE850zWQMh #lmia #immigration #bcbusiness

Businesses are competing globally for top talent. BC has a number of programs to help companies bring skilled workers to the province. Lawyer Angela So outlines Express Entry options for employers and employees. http://ow.ly/P6pQ50zRBwH

We here at Boughton Law would like to recognize lawyer and Shareholder, Luca Citton for his appointment to the Meritas Law Firms Worldwide global Board of Directors. Boughton Law has been a proud member of Meritas for 28 years and we’re excited to have Luca represent the firm in the leadership of the premier global alliance of independent law firms. http://ow.ly/KGk350zGDx2

In her ongoing series on AGMs, lawyer Janice Wu discusses your options when considering delaying an AGM, a brief overview of the process and recent changes by the BC Registrar of Companies to simplify the process. http://ow.ly/XQn950zKHf2 #corporategovernance

Temporary Foreign Workers are an integral part of the Canadian workforce. The recent announcement made by the Government of Canada allows temporary foreign workers to enter Canada upon meeting some safety requirements to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Boughton’s Immigration Group can help employers to navigate the onboarding of temporary foreign workers at this challenging time. Learn more about the guidelines for employers in the recent blog post: https://bit.ly/39thkp0

As a part of Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, CRA implemented a number of measures to support individuals and businesses. These include the deferred deadlines for filing taxes, various business subsidies and suspended business auditing. Our Tax Group is here to guide you and your business through the changing tax rules. Find out more what the recent CRA measures mean for your business in the recent blog post: https://bit.ly/2UhJ6jD

In response to the outbreak of COVID-19 the US Department of Treasury and Internal Revenue Service have announced a number of measures to support the economy, including extending the deadline to file and pay taxes until July 15. Unfortunately, these announcements have little impact for US citizens in Canada, who automatically get the extension in ordinary times, and rarely have any US tax to pay, assuming proper tax planning. Similarly, additional paid leave and tax credit provisions are unlikely to impact US citizens who work or operate businesses in Canada concludes cross-border tax lawyer Jonah Spiegelman. Connect with our expert tax lawyers who can help you navigate the changing tax rules https://bit.ly/2WEaFFs

As the impact of COVID-19 evolves, ensuring workplace safety may require changes in the workplace structure. Such changes might include work from home policies, quarantining employees or granting paid leaves. Depending on contractual obligations and the government response, employers may face additional obligations and interruptions to their business. Read the latest employment law blog to learn about legal considerations for B.C. employers: https://bit.ly/3ab5oJq #EmploymentLaw #COVID19

We are reaching out to issue an update on Boughton Law operations and response to the COVID-19 outbreak. At this time, our business operations are not affected. The safety and health of our clients is our priority, therefore we are continuously monitoring the situation and have implemented all precautionary measures. We have introduced all necessary technology systems to allow work from home and our lawyers and staff are encouraged to consider taking this step where possible. Read more on Boughton’s response and preparedness: https://bit.ly/3b4umdQ

We are proud to be sponsoring the A.C.E. (Five in Focus) program by Women in Animation Vancouver Chapter. This program is designed to advance the careers of women in animation by allowing them to develop their own piece of work and add a key credit to their portfolio. Our entertainment lawyer Lori Massini will be joining the program to provide mentorship and legal advice for the productions. Applications for the A.C.E. program are open until April 12th, find out more: https://bit.ly/2TY6th3 #womeninanimation #BCfilm

The outbreak of the novel COVID-19 has resulted in significant disruptions for many businesses. To minimize the impacts on businesses, it is important to review commercial contracts for force majeure clauses and understand their effects on contractual obligations. Read our latest blog to find out about the legal implications of invoking a force majeure clause: https://bit.ly/2TQSKIL #COVID-19 #Coronavirus #Contracts #ForceMajeure

Boughton Law congratulates all women this International Women's Day. We are constantly inspired by our talented female colleagues, who push us forward with their hard work, compassion and resilience. Here at Boughton, we strongly support taking action for gender equality and inclusive workplaces. We encourage everyone to challenge gender standards and bias to celebrate female achievements and create new pathways for women in leadership. #InternationalWomensDay #Diversity #EachForEqual

Will-maker’s knowledge over the content of their assets and their mental health state can impact testament capacity. A new Estate Planning article analyzes a recent Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta to explain why estate practitioners should be carefully assessing a will-maker’s mental capacity when drafting a will. Read here: https://bit.ly/38xufG1 #EstatePlanning #EstateLaw

Death tax varies greatly between the Canadian and the US taxing jurisdiction. Careful implementation of estate planning strategies is essential to avoid problematic tax results during the transfer of a deceased person's cross-border assets. Read the latest tax and estate planning article, in which Jonah Spiegelman breaks down three commonly arising cross-border tax planning issues. https://bit.ly/32T8lLZ #TaxLaw #EstatePlanning #CrossBorderTax

Boughton Law extends a warm welcome to Sona Pancholy the new president of Meritas network. Through our affiliation with Meritas global network of independent law firms, we are able to provide our clients with excellent legal services in 259 markets worldwide. We are excited to see Sona use her strategic leadership skills to expand collaboration opportunities within the Meritas network as it approaches its 30th anniversary later this year. Read more: https://bit.ly/397leUT

Do you own any US-situated assets? Did you know that your cross-border assets are subject to both the Canadian deemed disposition on death and the US estate taxes? Filing correct forms under the US-Canada tax treaty can reduce the tax payable. Join us for a breakfast seminar this Friday to learn more about cross-border tax planning! Rsvp here: https://bit.ly/31FOaAJ

Boughton is proud to have acted as a counsel in the closing of the $14 million overnight marketed offering of the Osino Resources Corp. Pursuant to the offering, Osino sold 17,949,150 units, resulting in a remarkable oversubscribed closing for a junior issuer. Boughton’s Securities team was able to achieve significant results in this deal, despite the time-intensive and high-stress nature of overnight marketed offerings. Read more about the Osino closing: https://bit.ly/2vQTm8J

Register today for the upcoming Cross-border Tax breakfast seminar presented by a tax and estate-planning lawyer Jonah Spiegelman. This engaging and interactive seminar will cover the common issues in cross-border estate planning and the transfer of taxable assets between the US and Canada. The seminar will be followed by a Q&A panel and a brief networking session. Limited spots are available, RSVP here: https://bit.ly/31FOaAJ

Join us at the Wills and Estates Seminar with Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia - CPABC next Saturday! This seminar will be led by our experienced lawyers Bill Cooper, Catherine Kim and Isabel Romeral, who will cover a broad range of tax and estate planning subjects. Some of the topics covered in this session include a review of common issues with Probate Planning and Estate Freeze Tools as well as considerations in post-mortem tax planning. To register, visit https://bit.ly/2tHotmK #estateplanning #wealthplanning

Congratulations to Tony Wilson Q.C. for becoming a Life Bencher of the Law Society of British Columbia! Tony has served eight years as an Elected Bencher and sat on multiple Law Society Committees in his tenure.

Considering entering joint tenancy? Read about the consequences of naming someone as joint tenant of your property in the new Estate Planning article where Isabel Romeral highlights some of the pitfalls of this commonly used estate planning practice. https://bit.ly/2Uc7mV4

Congratulations to Janice Wu for being elected to Vancouver Civic Theatres Board! In her new role with the board, she will advise on operations, development and promotion of the four world-class theatres at the heart of Vancouver’s art scene - the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, the Vancouver Playhouse, the Orpheum and the Annex. A lifelong lover of arts, Janice is looking forward to giving back to the community that has given so much to her.

Don't miss the last chance to register for Women in Film & Television Vancouver and CMPA BC Producers Branch Producer's Panel happening this weekend! Boughton's Entertainment Lawyer Lori Massini will be a panelist on Day 1: The Production Company, Development and Financing. Lori will lead a discussion on establishing correct legal and business structure when setting up a production company. She will also answer some frequently asked questions about hiring an entertainment lawyer during the breakout session. #vancouverfilm #bcfilm #womeninfilm

Estate planning lawyer Isabel Romeral predicts that in 2020 we will see individuals looking for estate planning options beyond a conventional Will. The aging population is seeking more flexibility in how their assets are transitioned to the next generation. Alter Ego Trusts and Joint Partner Trusts, which are available to individuals aged 65 or older, are becoming a central component of many estate plans. #estateplanning #wealthplanning #2020trends

Wondering what legal trends you may expect in 2020? Our litigation lawyer, Roshni Veerapen, projects that in the new decade we will see the continued development of the law of internet defamation. Inappropriate or at times, criminal internet activity, will result in an increase in the number of claims made for businesses losses and personal injury. At this point, defamation claims and resultant losses are difficult to establish, but as these cases become more frequent, the courts will have no choice but to grapple with the complex legal landscape of social media defamation and internet privacy in the era of keyboard warriors. #litigation #defamation #onlinereputation #privacy