The Family Court System in Ontario – General Overview The family court system in Ontario can appear complex for many. The purpose of this article is to give a
You can now file your divorce online! Yes, you read that title correctly. You can now file your divorce application online in Ontario. The Ontario government has now made
When should you consult a divorce lawyer Going through a separation or divorce can be overwhelming. During these times it can be very difficult for parties to focus on
Steps to Consider when Facing a Divorce There are many things to prepare for if you are considering a divorce. Set out below are some steps that you need
Child Access in Family Law People often confuse the concepts of custody, access, and primary residence. Custody refers to decision-making authority when it comes to important decisions about a
Independent Legal Advice (ILA) Independent Legal Advice (ILA) in family law matters refers to the legal advice a party receives from their own lawyer. This is a fairly standard
The Cohabitation Agreement – The ‘Prenup’ For Unmarried Couples If you are in a common law relationship, or about to move in with a partner, you should seriously consider
Challenging a Separation Agreement You’ve signed a separation agreement, but now you regret it. Is it too late? Can you challenge a separation agreement? It depends. In most cases
The Family Responsibility Office After a separation or divorce it is important that child support or spousal support that was ordered by a court or in a separation agreement
Step Parent’s Obligation to Pay Child Support If you are step-parent and are going through a divorce in Ontario or are separating you should know the law regarding a
