Posted on January 20, 2022
How Has the Pandemic Impacted a Child’s Best Interests?
Family courts in Canada have had to deal with many issues relating to COVID-19 in the last two years, including disputes about parenting time, vaccination…
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Posted on January 11, 2022
What Happens to the Matrimonial Home When a Marriage Ends in Ontario?
In Ontario, the “matrimonial home” is given special status when it comes to the rules on property division following the breakdown of a marriage. Part…
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Posted on January 4, 2022
Thinking About Separation or Divorce? Four Frequently Asked Questions to Help You Get Started.
When it comes to separation and divorce, there is no “good time” to start the process. Yet, if you ask any family law or divorce…
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Posted on December 27, 2021
Do I Have To Pay Spousal Support?
Ending a relationship is rarely easy. Emotions tend to be high, and it can feel like there is a lot of uncertainty around what comes…
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Posted on December 16, 2021
Who Gets The Kids For The Holidays?
Holiday parenting schedules for separated or divorced parents The holiday season is in full swing! For many families, the holidays are a time to come…
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Posted on December 3, 2021
Ontario is expanding its Binding Judicial Dispute Resolution pilot project to help streamline family law litigation
Anyone who is currently involved in family law litigation knows that the court system is experiencing a significant backlog, which has been exacerbated by the…
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Posted on November 29, 2021
How to Value and Divide Your Pension Upon Separation
Knowing how to value and divide your provincial pension benefits when you and your spouse are going through a separation can be challenging. The legislation…
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Posted on November 17, 2021
Can I Get a Divorce Before Settling the Other Issues in My Family Law Proceeding?
In Ontario, it is possible for spouses to get a divorce before resolving the other issues arising from the breakdown of their marriage. A request…
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Posted on November 9, 2021
A child’s best interests may be served by safeguards to facilitate parenting time
Any decision made in relation to parenting time must be in keeping with the child’s best interests. This may allow the court to make an…
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Posted on October 1, 2021
Mother’s Allegations Of Father’s Mental Health Problems Don’t Hold Up In Court
Over the last decade, much work has been done to ease the stigma associated with mental health challenges. There’s no doubt that going through a…
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