Parenting time in Ontario child custody cases

When a court determines child custody, the judge will also normally issue parenting time orders if the parents have been unable to come to an agreement.   Generally, courts approach parenting time with the idea that it is in the best interests of the child to have liberal contact with both parents. In determining how […]

Parental mobility presents difficult custodial challenge

Sharing child custody can always be difficult, especially when both parents want to maximize the amount of time they spend with the child.   However, custody can be even more challenging when the custodial parent wishes to move to another part of the country. Such moves can significantly change the child’s quality of life and […]

Important issues pertaining to common-law relationships

Many Ontario residents may possess uncertainties about the status of their common-law relationship as well as the extent of their rights should the relationship come to an end. Differing provincial laws throughout Canada may be a source of confusion regarding certain legal aspects of these relationships.   For instance, Ontario couples in common-law relationships may […]

Collaborative family law can keep divorce cases out of court

According to Statistics Canada, approximately four out of 10 marriages in Canada will end in divorce. By the time a couple has made the difficult decision to dissolve their marriage, they may not have the cordial disposition to come to an agreement about anything. However, many couples have been able to come together and create […]

Understanding the effect of spousal support on social assistance

Ontario spouses who are seeking a divorce may be interested in some information about how child or spousal support affects their social assistance payments. Depending on the circumstances, the amount of support could be deducted from their assistance payments.   When a person who is receiving social assistance funds divorces, the law requires that they […]