Sunrise Rotary Annual Charity Dinner
April 29, 2019
In support of the Richmond community, Cohen Buchan Edwards LLP, is please to be a sponsor of the 2019 Rhinestone Cowboy Charity Dinner, held in Richmond BC on May 12,...
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Lunch and Learn – Do you have a Will?
April 18, 2019
Do you have a will? Do you need a will? What happens if you get sick and are unable to make decisions about your property? On April 25, 2019 Barry...
Reasons you should consider appointing a power of attorney
November 19, 2018
An executor takes care of your estate when you die, but who takes care of things if you are unable to make decisions for yourself while alive? Signing a power...
Divorce or Separation – Family Property or Excluded Property?
November 19, 2018
You may wonder what assets you have to divide with your spouse or partner upon separation or divorce. Any asset whether real estate, a business, a pension, furnishings, tools, investments...
Cohen Buchan Edwards LLP, welcomes associate lawyer Kelsey Cox
October 11, 2018
Cohen Buchan Edwards LLP is pleased to announce Kelsey Cox, has joined the firm as an associate lawyer. Kelsey was born and raised in Richmond. She articled and worked in...
Cannabis legislation, impairment and employer’s responsibility
September 14, 2018
Is your company ready for recreational cannabis to be legal? Using cannabis in the workplace isn’t new – but now is a great time to make sure your policies cover...
Which Business Structure is Best For You?
September 14, 2018
When setting up a business, there are a variety of business structures that are available. So which is best for your needs? Below is a general overview of three basic...
Employment Opportunity
September 10, 2018
Cohen Buchan Edwards LLP recognizes the need to live a balanced life. The challenge is often to meet work deadlines, clients' needs and personal commitments. Working as a team, we...
Cohen Buchan Edwards LLP, welcomes Randy Taylor
June 1, 2018
Cohen Buchan Edwards LLP is pleased to announce Randy Taylor, has joined the firm as an associate counsel. Randy has been practicing law in South Surrey since 1978. He specializes...
Will Planning Free Lunch and Learn Presentation
May 7, 2018
Do you have a will? Should you have a will? What happens if you get sick and are unable to make decisions about your property? On April 25, 2019 Barry...
Amendments to the Additional Property Transfer Tax on Foreign Buyers
March 1, 2018
Further to our article on the same topic posted on December 6, 2017, effective February 21, 2018 the additional property transfer tax rate is increased to 20 percent from 15...
Directors’ Duties and Liabilities
January 26, 2018
Being the director of a corporation sounds like a cushy job, but not so fast. A director has a stringent set of rules to abide by. The BC Business Corporations...