FAQ

What’s the Difference Between a Legal Separation and Divorce? While many people believe that separation and divorce are interchangeable terms, legally speaking they are quite different and carry with them different consequences. For spouses who are facing a breakdown of their relationship, it is important to appreciate the difference and how it can affect your… Read more »

There are three types of Divorces in Canada: The first, and most uncommon, option is a joint divorce, where one spouse files the Application for divorce with the other spouse. The second type is an uncontested divorce. This is where one spouse files the Application for divorce, and the other spouse does not respond to… Read more »

For many spouses, the prospect of a divorce is an unwelcome reality. Some refuse to accept that their relationship is over, while others view it as an affront to their religious beliefs. In such cases, it may be difficult to get that spouse’s consent to a divorce. However, under Canadian law, you do not need… Read more »