Toronto Domestic Canadian and Cross-Border Law Firm
Person-Centred, Solution-Focused Service to Individuals and Families
At the Toronto law firm of Polten & Associates, our bilingual English- and German-speaking lawyers and professional staff are committed to securing the best possible legal results both for private individuals and for families in a manner that is highly responsive, yet efficient, timely and cost-effective.
Canadian and Cross-Border Services
Our lawyers and legal assistants are fluent at a professional level in English and German, and have access to an extensive network of contacts with law firms and legal practitioners across Canada and German-speaking Europe, including Germany, Austria and Switzerland. We possess the experience and expertise to help both English-speaking and German-speaking individuals and families with a broad range of issues.
Wills and Estates
We apply our unparalleled experience and expertise to handling issues in the area of wills and estates, including those having a factual and/or legal connection to Germany. Our specialty areas are:
- Wills and powers of attorney
- Estate administration
- Estate trustee counsel
- Estate litigation, including will challenges and capacity disputes
- Wills and trusts interpretation
The founding lawyer of our firm, Eric P. Polten, has supervised the writing of the following articles pertaining to Canadian and German Succession Law:
- A Survey of Canadian and German Succession Law
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Estate Planning in Germany and Canada and the Conflict of Laws
Family Law
We have the skills, knowledge and legal resources at hand to resolve family law matters, including issues encompassing a factual and/or legal connection to Germany. Our substantial experience covers:
- Separation and divorce issues
- Division of property and debts
- Spousal support/alimony
- Child custody, access and support
The founding lawyer of our firm, Eric P. Polten, has supervised the writing of the following article pertaining to Canadian and German Divorce Law:
Polten & Associates is committed to finding the best possible solutions for private individuals and families alike, whether English- or German-speaking, resident in Canada or in Europe. Contact us to speak in English or German to an experienced Toronto lawyer about your legal needs.
Call from the Toronto area 647-724-4175 or from elsewhere toll free 1-866-322-6521.
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