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Privacy Policy We, at Horne Coupar LLP (“HC LLP”), recognize the importance of client privacy and the sensitivity of the personal information that we may have concerning any individual.  As practicing lawyers we have a professional and ethical obligation to keep confidential all information we receive within a lawyer-client relationship subject to the client’s instructions […]

Please note that our firm has remained open through the Covid-19 pandemic and in accordance with public health guidelines continues to observe recommended physical distancing and hygienic practices.   As our community gradually returns to more accustomed business operations, we will, however, continue on request to schedule appointments by video-conference or telephone, as well as […]

Horne Coupar LLP are pleased to announce that we are Tribute Circle sponsors for Victoria Symphony.  For more information relating to the Symphony please visit: Victoria Symphony – Victoria, BC, Canada  

In the 21st century, it is becoming commonplace for many people to forego having children. Whatever the reason, be it the economy, station in life, or personal preference, it is becoming far more the norm to see individuals or couples opting instead to adopt pets or “fur babies.” In the case of spouses, what happens […]

On Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020, Fiona Hunter is a panel speaker at a Genus Capital Management Webinar to discuss incapacity and charitable giving planning.  To register, please click the link below to register with Demio (Webinar service). https://my.demio.com/ref/1Orcc4OIw2hFqQi1 t You will then be sent a personalized link in order to join the webinar.

Congratulations to partners Mark Horne, Q.C. and Fiona Hunter being named as current recognized lawyers in the  2021 edition of Best Lawyers: Horne Coupar LLP The Best Lawyers in Canada (2021 Edition) Victoria, BC Mark Horne, Q.C. – Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2011 Trusts and Estates Fiona Hunter – Recognized in Best Lawyers since […]

Many parents assume that they have a legal right to hold and manage their child’s monies, or other assets, without limitation. This assumption was correct under B.C. law until 2013 when the Family Law Act (the “Act”) was proclaimed. The Act sets out who can hold and manage a child’s money or other assets. A […]

OVERVIEW AND PERSPECTIVE The firm has been relatively proactive in developing a COVID-19 policy from the initial email of March13, 2020 and subsequent updates. It is important to address our situation on Vancouver Island in a comparative context.  We have been as successful as any Western jurisdiction in containing the first wave of the virus.  […]

If you are an executor and have a Representation Grant dated October 23, 2019 or later, you should be aware that the suspension of all legal limitation periods effective March 27, 2020.  This suspension applies to the 210 day period from the grant of probate prohibiting distributions from an estate in s. 151 of the Wills […]

Horne Coupar LLP has been closely monitoring developments with respect to the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus. Our priority is to protect the health and wellbeing of our clients, our staff, and our larger community. We also remain committed to providing our clients with uninterrupted service during this time. Accordingly, upon the advice of health […]