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June 24, 2026Canada Day in Kamloops: A Full Day of Community Celebration at Riverside Park
Canada Day in Kamloops returns to Riverside Park on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, with a full day of culture, arts, music and community celebration planned in one of the city’s most familiar gathering places. The City of Kamloops lists the...
June 17, 2026Left Out Of A Will Unfairly?
At Mair Jensen Blair LLP, my colleagues and I are often contacted by individuals that have had the grief of losing a parent compounded by the dismay in finding out that they have been left out of the parent’s Will ( i.e. “disinherited&rdq...
June 1, 2026When Can an Executor Be Removed in British Columbia?
At MJB, our team of Estate Litigation lawyers often field inquiries from beneficiaries with concerns about how long it is taking the Executor of the Estate to distribute the inheritances set out in the Will. The Executor is entrusted with manag...
November 27, 2025Sun Peaks Outdoor Classic Showcases Top U18AA Teams
There’s something special about hockey in the mountains. Maybe it’s the crisp December air, the echo of skates on an open-air sheet of ice, or the unmistakable energy that comes with teams arriving from across Canada, each chasing the cha...
November 21, 2025What is the Commercial Lien Act?
The Commercial Liens Act (“CLA”) came into force on June 30, 2025, replacing the Repairers Lien Act, the Livestock Lien Act, the Tugboat Worker Lien Act, the Warehouse Lien Act, and the Woodworker Lien Act. The CLA applies t...
August 13, 2025Startups - Avoiding Common Legal Mistakes
Starting a business is exciting, but overlooking a strong legal foundation can cost owners in the long run. Here are some common legal mistakes we see startup businesses make, and how to avoid them: 1. Failing to Choose the Right Legal ...
June 26, 2025Franchise Agreements: Important Considerations
When entering into a franchise agreement, it is crucial to understand several key considerations to protect your investment and ensure a successful partnership. One of the first steps is to examine franchise disclosure documents careful...
May 1, 2025Welcome to our newest Associate Lawyer - Matthew Needham
We are happy to announce that our former article student, Matthew Needham, is now an associate. Matt received an Honours degree in finance from St. Francis Xavier University and completed his Juris Doctor at Queen’s University. ...
April 7, 2025Welcome Associate Lawyer - Margaret Payne
MJB Lawyers is thrilled to welcome our newest associate lawyer, Margaret Payne. Margaret currently practices primarily in the areas of family law and administrative law with an emphasis on family law. Margaret was born in Nelson B...
January 30, 2025Prenups, Cohabitation Agreements, and Marriage Agreements: Do You Need One?
Many clients are shocked when they find out how the law divides assets and assigns spousal support (sometimes referred to as alimony) at the end of a relationship. Many people are surprised to find out that assets they thought were entirely theirs ar...
January 2, 2025Welcome to the Partnership - Nathan Van Kampen
Our Partners are pleased to welcome Nathan Van Kampen to the firm's partnership, effective January 1, 2025. Nathan grew up in Kamloops and graduated from Thompson Rivers University in 2012, receiving his undergraduate Bachelor of Arts degree w...
December 10, 2024Corporations - Maintaining Records and a Registered Office
Corporate Records A corporation exists independent of the person or persons that started it. This separate legal entity allows business owners to keep their personal assets independent of their business assets. However, creating a corpor...
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