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Wagner Sidlofsky LLP

Wagner Sidlofsky LLP is a Toronto law firm providing legal counsel to international and Canadian individuals and businesses involved in disputes. The firm’s areas of practice include Estate Litigation, Commercial Litigation and Elder Law.

We only litigate.

As a Toronto law firm, our lawyers’ proficiency has developed from the single minded focus of their practice in their areas of expertise. Every lawyer brings his/her own unique talents to the firm, but each shares a commitment to excellence. We get results by tenaciously and assertively advocating for our clients.

The firm’s lawyers regularly appear in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and the Ontario Court of Appeal as well as various administrative tribunals.

What We Do

  • Will Challenges
  • Quantum Meruit Claims
  • Dependent Relief Claims
  • Executor Removals
  • Power Of Attorney Issues
  • Statutory Guardianship
  • Solicitors’ Negligence
  • Shareholder Disputes
  • Partnership Disputes
  • Real Estate Litigation
  • Construction Litigation
  • Professional Negligence
  • Wills
  • Powers of Attorney for Property
  • Powers of Attorney for Personal Care
  • Trusts

Who We Are

Toronto Estate Litigator - Charles Wagner

Charles Wagner

Partner/Certified Specialist in Estates & Trusts Law, TEP
Greg Sidlofsky - Toronto Litigation Lawyer

Gregory Sidlofsky

Managing Partner/Certified Specialist in Civil Litigation
david wagner - estate litigation lawyer

David Wagner

Partner, TEP
Mukta Batra - Toronto Litigation Lawyer

Mukta Batra

Associate
Yana Fox - Associate Litigation Lawyer

Yana Fox

Associate
Jason Moore - Articling Law Student

Jason Moore

Associate
Jake Palace - Litigation Lawyer

Jake Palace

Associate
Adin Wagner - Toronto Lawyer

Adin Wagner

Associate

Articles and Blogs

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estate and commercial litigation law.

The Attorney For Property shall act as Litigation Guardian Unless…

Rule 7.02(1.1)(b) of the RULES OF CIVIL PROCEDURE – R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 194 provides that unless a court orders otherwise an attorney for property shall act as litigation guardian for a person under disability. This is understood to be a presumptive, but not conclusive, entitlement. Our review of Berkelhammer v. Berkelhammer Estate focuses on what, in this case, the court considered in exercising its discretion to remove the attorney for property in favour of the Public Guardian and Trustee.

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Appointment of a Litigation Guardian is a Matter of the Court’s Discretion

Does the law permit someone who is incapable to hire a lawyer and sue another person? It sounds like a question that should have a simple answer. But then what fun would it be to write a blog about it?

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Rule 7 and a Case Review of Tipu v. Munchi

How do courts deal with the sometimes mutually exclusive goals of protecting the vulnerable and safeguarding the integrity of the justice system for all participants? Our conversation starts with Rule 7.

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Retraction of Gift Disclaimer – There’s a Ketch

The Superior Court decision in Rubner v. Bistricer quoted from earlier case law and texts stating that: ““The law certainly is not so absurd as to force a man to take an estate against his will.” There is no authority to the effect that the disclaimer must take place in a court of record; it may be made by deed, or even by conduct. Prima facie, the disclaimer operates from the time of the testator's death and makes the gift void for certain purposes ab initio.” So we know that people can say no to a bequest - but what if they change their mind?

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Issues in Family and Estate Law – The Lunch & Learn Series (2024)

The objective of this program is to educate family law lawyers about estate law issues, and in turn, educate estate lawyers about family law issues. The two streams of practice often intersect.

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What is a Will?

A will is a written document that outlines how the deceased wanted his or her assets distributed after death.

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How do I get a copy of someone’s will after they die?

Disinherited family members and disappointed beneficiaries often are denied access to a copy of a Will by the executors.

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When will a Court remove an estate trustee/executor?

Historically, Ontario’s Courts needed to see evidence of misconduct in order to remove trustees.

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What happens when someone is deemed incapable?

There are many variables to consider and each situation will turn on its own facts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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