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Can I get divorced during the COVID-19 pandemic and more burning family law questions
The pandemic has forced couples and families into close quarters, disrupting routines and, in the case of some […]
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HOW TO ASK FOR A DIVORCE: 4 KEY INGREDIENTS
1. BE PATIENT So many clients come to me and say “How could he/she be surprised that I want […]
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Why Choose Collaborative Law?
The truth is most couples don’t think about working together when it comes to their divorce. But a […]
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Was going to court worth it?
When all was said and done, my divorce cost me way more than I originally thought or budgeted […]
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You aren’t getting over your Ex until you get under someone else!
Hey readers…. If the last person you slept with was your ex you’re in a jam! You can’t […]
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Divorce and Real Estate
How to handle your largest asset during the painful process of separation We’ve all heard the statistics. In […]
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Excluded Property: Estate Planning and Family Law
The Family Law Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. F.3 (“FLA”) defines a category of property known as “excluded property” that […]
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Thinking about all possible issues in a divorce case
When you think about the many different legal issues in a divorce case, it can be, understandably, quite daunting. […]
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Can I Sue My Spouse’s Lover?
If your spouse has stepped outside of your marriage with another lover, it’s natural to feel a roller […]
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Why Divorce can be Expensive and Complicated
While divorce isn’t easy for anyone, it can be particularly complex for wealthy families. Dividing more assets means […]
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Divorced Dad
As a recent divorced father of 2 amazing kids, I never really understood what a dad goes through […]
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Top Tips for Making a Short-Term Rental Feel Like Home
Re-establishing yourself after a divorce is a difficult process. Amongst dividing up property, managing time with children and […]
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The Truth about Mediation: Debunking the Myth
I watched a lot of exciting Law and Order episodes in my day. And I really loved the fast […]
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4 Things I Need to Move Forward
Admittedly when I first realized I was about to get divorced it was all I could think or […]
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Do I need to be separated for a certain amount of time before I can get divorced?
In most cases, in order for a divorce to be granted, you must have lived separate and apart […]
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I need money but I am separated and all our funds are tied up in our matrimonial home. What can I do?
When it comes to divorce, nothing seems to come easy. One of the most difficult aspects is splitting […]
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Common Misconceptions: What are the differences between Common Law Relationships and Marriage?
Married spouses and common law spouses have different rights in family law. In a common law relationship, one […]
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How can I be Empowered Before, During, and After My Divorce? Watch a panel discussion.
It’s never easy when a marriage or significant relationship ends. Whatever the reason for the split – and […]
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What are the steps my lawyer will take once I have hired him/ her?
#1 – Contacting your spouse or his/her lawyer The first step your family law lawyer will be taking in […]
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Who Gets “Legal Custody” of the Family Pet After a Divorce?
Amidst the decisions that need to be made before and during a divorce, one potentially perplexing question is […]
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What happens when both parties want to stay in the family home?
Q. My husband and I have been married for 20 years. We have two children in high school […]
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Is there any Advantage to Filing for Divorce First?
In many divorce cases, it is clear to both parties what is coming. Sometimes, however, it blindsides a […]
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How are child support payments decided during an Ontario Divorce?
Parents of a child in Ontario must provide financial support, regardless of whether or not they were married. […]
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Cross-Canada Checkup: Property Rights on Marriage Breakdown and Death
Canadians are increasingly mobile within Canada. Former spouses relocate to a new province after a marriage breakdown to […]
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Benefits of Mediation vs. Litigation
Litigation Mediation Costs The costs of litigating a divorce case vary widely, but are enormously more expensive than […]
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What is Arbitration?
Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution process, where an individual or tribunal acts in a judicial capacity, by […]
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What is involved in a Common Law/Cohabitation Separation in Canada?
There is a common misconception that the only difference between common law and married spouses is a “legal […]
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What Happens in Divorce Mediation?
Instead of litigating the issues arising from separation, separating spouses can choose to agree to mediation. Mediation is […]
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Could a judge ever refuse my divorce?
There are only three reasons why a judge cannot grant a divorce alone (leaving support, property and other […]
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Kirra divorce settlements
When tackling Kirra divorce settlements (https://www.hooperfamilylawyers.com.au/areas-of-practice/) who is it more favorable to? Is it the husband […]
TESTIMONY PF A SPELL CASTER
GREAT Dr,Uzoya THAT HELP ME SAVE MY RELATIONSHIP… Good Day everybody, My name is Nancy am […]
Am I Wrong for Wanting Divorce?
Sorry if this is long. I don’t have much of a support structure. I was married […]
Am I Crazy for Wanting Divorce?
Sorry if this is long. I don’t have much of a support structure. I was married […]
