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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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We’re getting divorced. I guess we have to sell the house… but I really want to stay here!
When a couple separates, the matrimonial home can become a point of contention. How does each person get […]
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Good News for Unmarried Partners in Alberta!
What does the new property division legislation mean for Alberta families going through a separation? Did you know […]
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I wanted this Divorce, so why do I feel so bad?
I wanted to get a divorce from my husband. We had been together since we were 19, got married […]
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How to make your divorce easier on the children
So you have decided to end your marriage? Surely you have good enough reasons for this important decision, […]
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10 Dating after Divorce Tips
Be open to getting fixed up by friends, as well as online dating apps and dating sites, as […]
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Hi, I am Jacqueline and this is my story…
I am two years into my Divorce and have found that writing has been my greatest comfort and […]
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Is Anything/Anyone Real Anymore?
I am recently divorced and new to the dating world after 20 years of marriage. I am past […]
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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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What’s the difference between a Legal Separation and Divorce?
What’s the Difference Between a Legal Separation and Divorce? While many people believe that separation and divorce are […]
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date of seperation not set
wife left with no explanation or a reason given, when I asked her if it was […]
Feeling like a huge part of my life has been erased.
I have been divorced for several years. I have days where I feel that the decade […]
Is it the petitioner who pays for the divorce cost?
Hi I have both a friend and myself who our respected other halves decided to separate […]
