Kahn Zack Ehrlich Lithwick LLP
300 - 10991 Shellbridge Way V6X 3C6 Richmond, BC, Canada

What is estate litigation? Estate litigation generally refers to legal proceedings to resolve disputes over the assets of a person who has passed away. Most often, this involves challenges to a will, either to have it varied or to have it declared void. Learn more with our Guide to Estate Litigation: https://hubs.li/H0KRkbd0 #GuidetoEstateLitigation #EstateLitigation

On April 27th at 12pm-1:30pm Eastern Time, Jasmeet K. Wahid will join an expert panel to review the state of fertility and surrogacy law in Canada. Learn more here https://hubs.li/H0KRkR40

Our partner, Jasmeet Wahid, will contribute to the Family Law Seminar about Parenting Issues and Guardianship Rights. Register here: https://hubs.li/H0KL2-K0

We wish you and your loved ones a Happy Easter and a great long weekend. #Easter2021

March is Women’s History Month and to celebrate, we had a conversation with Elizabeth M. Khean. Liz practices business and real estate law at KZEL and is one of four hardworking female partners at the firm. We asked her what it means to be a partner, lawyer, mother and spouse and what she does to help integrate those roles into her life https://hubs.li/H0KcQ4F0 #WomensHistoryMonth

I love Passover because for me it is a cry against indifference, a cry for compassion. Elie Wiesel Happy Passover! #Passover2021

Jasmeet Wahid, a family lawyer and partner at Kahn Zack Ehrlich Lithwick LLP, litigated a high-profile transgender rights case to the B.C. Court of Appeal, A.B. v. C.D., which concerned a child's consent to gender-affirming care. "The fact that we are doing this, that we're normalizing it, from my perspective is significant," Wahid said. "For those people that are troubled by it, perhaps they don't appreciate the significance around language or the struggles for inclusivity." Read more here: https://hubs.li/H0JNGBp0

Why do I need an estate plan? Having an estate plan will give you peace of mind. Not only will you be satisfied that you have sufficient financial resources in place for your retirement, but also you will know that your wishes with respect to the distribution of property after your death are fully taken care of.... Learn more with our Guide to Estate Planning: https://hubs.li/H0JChcP0 #GuidetoEstatePlanning #EstatePlanning

The fact that we are doing this, that we’re normalizing it, from my perspective is significant, Jasmeet Wahid, a family lawyer and partner at Kahn Zack Ehrlich Lithwick LLP, told CBC News https://hubs.li/H0JsBcB0

Jasmeet Wahid, our partner and family lawyer, explains why she welcomes changes removing terms like 'man', 'woman', 'husband' and 'wife' from B.C. laws and government documents. Listen now on CBC Radio: https://hubs.li/H0JlkDC0

What does an estate plan include? An estate plan includes two components a legal component and a non-legal component. The legal component includes retaining a lawyer and the non-legal component includes reviewing all your financial resources.... Learn more with our Guide to Estate Planning: https://hubs.li/H0J9x2g0 #GuidetoEstatePlanning #EstatePlanning

Our firm is seeking an Accounting Administrator to join our administrative team. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a professional office, preferably a law firm. Apply here if you think you'd be a great fit: https://hubs.li/H0J2whR0

Human rights are women's rights and women's rights are human rights. We stand for equality. Happy International Women's Day. #InternationalWomensDay2021 #ChoosetoChallenge

"The B.C. Supreme Court judge recently granted a Lower Mainland woman an annulment, and the only sheets Baker had to examine were made of paper the affidavits in which the unhappy couple testified about their inability to have intercourse." Read more here: https://hubs.li/H0DXyHl0

Dr. Jann Blackstone, a retired child custody mediator and co-author of "Co-Parenting Through Separation and Divorce: Putting Your Children First. outlines tips for sharing custody during COVID-19. This is especially relevant right now when parents are making decisions about holiday plans. https://hubs.li/H0DMYNp0

Our partner, Jasmeet Wahid, shared her views on the B.C. Courts policy on pronouns that encourage diversity and inclusion. "It promotes inclusivity and respect for gender-diverse parties and litigants. It supports a shift in professional practice, legal culture and reflects our diverse and ever-changing times." Read the article here: https://hubs.li/H0DnpSV0

Happy New Year! #2021

It happened in 1980 #KZEL40 This is Doctor Jacques-Émile Rioux. In 1980, Rioux and Lambert established the first Canadian IVF clinic at the CHUL (University of Laval Hospital) in Laval, Quebec.

Elizabeth loves to hike, travel and visit new restaurants around Vancouver. She practices in the areas of business law, commercial lending and finance, real estate and mergers and acquisitions. Learn more about Elizabeth here: https://hubs.li/H0D54l30

It happened in 1980 #KZEL40 On April 12, Terry Fox begins his Marathon of Hope, a plan to run across Canada to raise money for cancer research, setting off from St. Johns, Newfoundland and running westward. #MarathonOfHope

We at KZEL wish you a wonderful holiday season! #HappyHolidays

"Providing a forum of justice that is impartial, fair, consistent, and assures equal access for everyone is part of the mission of the Provincial Court of British Columbia. According people dignity and respect by using their correct titles and pronouns is one aspect of such a forum." Learn more here: https://hubs.li/H0CY0Rz0

People are sometimes reluctant to make a Will, and we get it - it can be daunting to think about what might happen when we're gone. Perhaps a better conversation is to think about it as a way to have your wishes honoured. Find out more here https://hubs.li/H0wpJ9t0 #EstatePlanning

We are currently seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant to join our civil litigation practice group. Apply here if you think you'd be a good fit: https://hubs.li/H0wpJ8S0

KZEL is pleased to announce that one of our founding partners, Larry Kahn, QC, has been recognized in the 2021 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada in Family Law! Congratulations, Larry! https://hubs.li/H0wvh6S0 #BestLawyers2021

On our blog today we talked about estate planning when you have no children or heirs https://hubs.li/H0w1Dq90 #estateplanning

We're currently seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant and a Human Resources & Operations Manager to join our team and to grow with our firm. Apply here if you think you'd be a great fit: https://hubs.li/H0wd0sL0

Going through a separation and co-parenting can be stressful at the best of times. In this article, we include some common questions about managing this complex time. https://hubs.li/H0w7GcX0

Our team of dedicated family law professionals can guide you through division of property, support and parenting matters. Find out more about our Family Law practice: https://hubs.li/H0w1Djj0 #FamilyLawBC

KZEL is proud to be one of the Hole Sponsors at ELS for Autism Golf Challenge. If you're looking for a way to help, click below to make a donation https://hubs.li/H0vQRHZ0

Happy Labour Day! We're looking forward to welcoming Fall and continuing to make a difference. #LabourDay

Our partner Jasmeet K. Wahid is excited to be re-elected to the national Family Law Section of the Canadian Bar Association. Congratulations, Jasmeet! https://hubs.ly/H0t-zCM0

We were proud to sponsor Axis Theatre Company's Hot Summer Raffle. Here's the live stream announcing the winners:

Learn more about the role of Estate Planning lawyers https://hubs.ly/H0ttkHn0 #estateplanning

Here's an easy way to remember the ABCs of Estate Planning https://hubs.ly/H0ttkGm0

This is the perfect year for exploring our province - safely - Happy BC Day!

Whoever you are and whomever you love, we hope you can feel more empowered every day! This year, Vancouver Pride Parade will be hosted online. Join #VanVirtualPride from your home TODAY, August 2, and support the LGBTQ+ community. https://hubs.ly/H0tbRCC0

On our blog today is a relevant case for parents from Ottawa that discusses a child's summer plans in light of COVID. https://hubs.ly/H0t7vJr0

In light of COVID restrictions, some separated/divorced parents are experiencing "hitches" when it comes to arranging summer plans for their children. In this Ottawa case, a boy's parents disagree on a safe level of social interaction with extended family members, resulting in cancelled plans. https://hubs.ly/H0sSD6D0

One of the most positive changes of Covid-19 has been the facilitation of signing wills electronically, which keeps lawyers and notaries from unnecessary and potentially unsafe trips to the hospitals to fulfill patients' wishes, as well as expediting the process. https://hubs.ly/H0s1fTR0

Our own Perry Ehrlich takes a break from his legal duties and steps into the world of musical theatre - his love of the past 25 years. Since in-person camps are not possible this summer, he and his team are bringing classes online so that children can still enjoy a taste of theatre, music and dance. https://hubs.ly/H0s1qfs0

In whichever corner of the country you are celebrating today, we wish you a Happy Canada Day!

The Supreme Court of BC recognizes the challenges of operating under the present pandemic conditions and is trying to address delays as best it can. It has begun to hear some court applications by phone and has implemented other changes as it continues to consider making additional exemptions from the usual strict rules in order to make progress within the system. https://hubs.ly/H0rWcxn0

Family planning: how Covid-19 has placed huge strains on all stages of surrogacy | Life and style | The Guardian https://hubs.ly/H0rNDQt0

Resuming family court should be a priority as B.C. eases pandemic restrictions, former AG says | CBC News https://hubs.ly/H0rNDQd0

Happy Fathers Day to all our clients. May your day be filled with a little play, a little rest and a lot of great food!

Check out the VIRTUAL Indian Summer Festival this year! KZEL is proud to sponsor this discussion with Joseph Stiglitz on ‘People, Power, and Profits' tonight at 7pm (rescheduled from June 6). https://hubs.ly/H0rjHm50

"We really do want to give the message we're working very well in the sector and we're very able to hear from women and offer them as much support, and hopefully shelter, as much as possible." Women's shelters are concerned that women may think shelters are closed right now and want to reassure that all services are operational. https://hubs.ly/H0qWRFC0

In preparation for the transition to conducting some family and small claims conferences remotely instead of in person, the Provincial Court of BC has posted important guidelines for teleconferences and video calls, including advice on the appropriate etiquette when addressing the court remotely. Here’s what you can expect. https://hubs.ly/H0qKm670

Your company may be facing questions of when to hold the next AGM and how to do it. Here are a few pointers and options to consider as you plan. https://hubs.ly/H0qTd9H0

The current pandemic presents many issues and questions about child custody, and the best interests of the children. Will the courts overrule existing parenting arrangements due to COVID-19 concerns? https://hubs.ly/H0qGhCJ0

Couples in the midst of fertility treatments are facing uncertain wait times for appointments and additional financial strain as the pandemic affects healthcare, adding more stress and anxiety to an already stressful situation. https://hubs.ly/H0qGBLw0

KZEL is thrilled to announce Catherine (Cathy) Lee as its newest lawyer! Cathy took the oath of barrister and solicitor today in KZEL’s office and is now a member of the British Columbia bar, having completed both summer and full articles with the firm. Prior to law school, Cathy worked at KZEL part-time as a legal assistant, so we are especially pleased to have been a part of her journey to becoming a lawyer. Please join us in welcoming Cathy to the firm as an associate. Congratulations to Cathy! https://hubs.ly/H0qJwPs0

Couples planning weddings this year have had to rearrange their plans as social distancing recommendations prohibit large gatherings. Many have opted to continue with them over FaceTime or Zoom - but are these valid marriages? https://hubs.ly/H0qJxBR0

On May 13, 2020, the Supreme Court of British Columbia issued a notice dealing with the resumption of trial management conferences and trials once the Court reopens on June 1. There will be a further one-week period in which civil and family trials will be adjourned (the week of June 1 through 5) while the Court transitions back to full operations. The notice provides further guidance, along with a caution that the Court’s ability to hear trials scheduled after June 8, 2020 will continue to be subject to COVID-19-related developments. https://hubs.ly/H0qH84h0

Our own Jasmeet Wahid and Betty Gabriel were interviewed for an article on divorce rates post coronavirus - here's the piece in the Richmond News. https://hubs.ly/H0qtdst0

Businesses have been forced to comply with provincial and federal rules regarding social distancing in a number of areas, including annual general meetings (AGMs) but there are options: https://hubs.ly/H0qnS2R0

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers in our lives - we wish you a day of pampering and rest.

As the province continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, the BC Supreme Court, Provincial Court and Court of Appeal have been updating and changing their operations and procedures. https://hubs.ly/H0pY95L0