Wagner Sidlofsky LLP

08/26/2026

Are electronic unsigned wills being validated by the courts? See Charles Wagner and Bayla Saltzman's blog on this topic https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/validating-wills-under-the-slra/

For a testamentary document to be valid, Ontario law used to insist on full compliance with the formalities of ex*****on. This shifted on Jan 1, 2022.

08/11/2026

🚨 Registration is NOW OPEN! 🚨

Join us for our 2026 Virtual Lunch & Learn Seminar Series, Profit, Power & Probate: Commercial Litigation in Estate Disputes, running September 8 through December 8, 2026. This complimentary series brings together experienced litigators and industry professionals to provide practical, real-world insights into some of the challenging commercial issues that can arise in the context of estate litigation today.

Whether you're a lawyer, trustee, executor, accountant, or advisor working with complex estates, you'll leave with valuable insights, practical solutions, and strategies to help you navigate these complex disputes with greater confidence. Plus, the program qualifies for substantive and professional CPD hours and is approved for LAWPRO Risk Management Credit.

You can register at the link below:
https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/profit-power-and-probate/

We look forward to seeing you at the seminars!

04/16/2026

What you can do when there’s a real risk that a defendant will move assets or destroy key evidence before trial? https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/mareva-injunctions-anton-piller-orders

Mareva & Anton Piller orders are two extraordinary forms of civil injunctive relief that may be granted prior to a full trial, & often obtained without notice.

03/17/2026

When the court will grant a sealing order and why it matters. See Gabriela Verdicchio's blog on this topic https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/sealing-orders-overcoming-open-court-principle/

Courts will grant exceptions to the open court principle by way of confidentiality orders when required to protect other important public interests.

01/14/2026

What does the Court of Appeal for Ontario say about forum selection and arbitration clauses in cryptocurrency class actions? See David Wagner and Yuxi Wen's blog on this topic https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/forum-selection-arbitration-clauses-cryptocurrency-class-actions/

Investors often consider cryptocurrency and digital assets to be global assets and are not cognizant of the jurisdictional and legal issues that can apply in the event of a dispute. For Canadians investing in such assets, the applicable legal jurisdiction should not just be considered to be a periph...

10/27/2025

We’re excited to share that Professor David Freedman has been invited to join the faculty for OsgoodePD’s Certificate in Estate Litigation program!

On November 5 (Module 1), he’ll be speaking on “Estate Litigation and Probate History,” providing an in-depth look at the historical foundations and evolution of estate litigation. Learn more about the program:

Acquire the skills and knowledge to confidently advocate for your client and represent their best interests in estate litigation matters. A full understanding of the law and procedure are absolute essentials when practicing in estate disputes. Over five intensive sessions, our estate litigation cert...

10/03/2025

Meet our new associates, Gabriela Verdicchio, Adam Persofsky and Jason Thacker. We’re thrilled to have them on board.
Welcome to the firm!

https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/gabriela-verdicchio/
https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/adam-persofsky/
https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/jason-thacker/

09/19/2025

Could failing to serve a beneficiary derail your entire will challenge? See Charles Wagner and Professor David Freedman's blog on this topic https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/failure-to-serve-a-beneficiary/

07/11/2025

Need to serve legal documents on parties that do not reside in Canada? Here’s how to do it right. See Charles Wagner's blog on this topic https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/rule-17-service-outside-ontario/

05/29/2025

Can the court order a medical examination to determine whether a party is under a disability that necessitates the appointment of a litigation guardian? https://www.wagnersidlofsky.com/test-to-appoint-litigation-guardian/