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How is spousal support enforced?

When spousal support payments are required as part of a divorce settlement or separation agreement in Ontario, the court will inform the Family Responsibility Office of these arrangements. The FRO will then receive the required support payments from the payor spouse and transfer them to the recipient. Payment can be made by either mailing a […]

8 Tips to Guide You on Your Path to Home Ownership in Newmarket

Selecting an experienced Newmarket Real Estate Lawyer has never been easier! Buying a house is one of the biggest financial commitments and most significant transactions you will make during your lifetime. An agreement of purchase and sale is the stepping stone to home ownership and therefore one of the most significant legal documents that will include your signature. […]

Financial considerations for common-law couples

Unmarried couples who are living together in Ontario may not be aware of the potential divorce-like problems that can arise when common-law relationships come to an end. In short, a common-law relationship is defined as a heterosexual or homosexual couple who have lived together in a relationship that resembles marriage for a minimum of 36 […]

New Epstein & Associates location will cater to residents of Bradford, Ontario

Bradford residents will soon have access to Bradford Family Law, Real Estate Law, and Corporate and Commercial Law with Epstein & Associates With success, often comes growth which is why Bradford, Ontario will soon see a new law office location for Epstein & Associates in downtown Bradford. The well-established law firm will serve the main […]

Professional help during family law disputes

Ontario parents who go through separations and divorces have many questions about their familial responsibilities and rights in the aftermath of their legal splits.   Although family law is well codified, the sheer volume of regulations can work against those who lack the familiarity or time needed to navigate the process. Our firm works hard […]

Enforcing a child support order in Canada

Some Ontario residents may be interested in learning more about how to enforce a child support order that was issued as a result of their divorce. It is the provincial Maintenance Enforcement Program, which in Ontario is the Family Responsibility Office, that provides direct assistance to parents in such matters.   The FRO and the […]

Understanding the basics of divorce in Ontario

When a married couple decides to get a divorce in Ontario, there is some basic information that they should know. Part of this is whether they need to live separately for a specific period of time before filing for divorce.   Most of the time, a couple must live apart from each other for at […]