Articles exploring legal issues that shape our work. Recent news and stories
From landmark court decisions to emerging legal and policy developments, on this page we share insights into the issues shaping Indigenous law, public law, as well as business and personal law in Canada. Our lawyers offer clear, thoughtful updates to help you make sense of what’s changing, and understand why it matters for your work, your community or your organization.
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Ensuring the Future of Disabled Beneficiaries through Estate Planning
Estate planning is a crucial aspect of ensuring the well-being and financial security of disabled beneficiaries. By carefully structuring an estate plan, you can provide for their needs and protect their eligibility for government assistance programs.
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SCC will hear Takuhikan v Procureur général du Québec: Implications for Indigenous Policing Funding and Crown-First Nation Contracts
A summary of a Quebec Court of Appeal case that highlights significant developments impacting the funding of Indigenous policing services in Canada, and which may have broader implications for contracts between the Crown and First Nations.
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Ratcliff LLP Honored as Elite Boutique in Indigenous Law by The Legal 500
Ratcliff recognized in the 2024 edition of The Legal 500 as an Elite Boutique in the area of Aboriginal Law. The accolade reflects our commitment to excellence in Indigenous law.
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Enhancing our Client Service in Yukon
Ratcliff’s Yukon team expands to a total of nine lawyers, strengthening our firm’s history of serving Indigenous communities in Yukon.