Case Review: Making Changes to Child Support Orders & Payments

Are you or your former spouse attempting to vary a child support order? Are you trying to claim or dispute overpayments in child support? If so, a recent Court of Appeal decision may be of particular interest to you. The Initial Court Order In the case of Gray v. Rizzi, the applicant wife obtained an […]

Where Can I Ask a Lawyer Questions for Free?

Where can I ask a Lawyer Questions for Free?

It shouldn’t be a surprise that getting involved in a divorce, separation or other legal matter can quickly become an expensive issue, especially when there is a lot of disagreement and distance between the parties involved. This is because resolving disputes and protecting the interests of all parties involved requires an extensive amount of legal […]

Someone I Know is Getting a Divorce – How can I Help?

You’ve just found out that a close friend or family member is getting a divorce. Naturally, you want to help out any way you can – perhaps by offering encouragement or advice. What are the do’s and don’ts of lending a hand to a divorcing friend in need? 1. Be supportively unconditionally To begin with, […]

Case Review: Income Imputation and Spousal Support

A recent Ontario Court of Appeal case highlighted the issues concerning imputed income in the calculation of spousal support. What is Income Imputation? In certain situations, courts will impute (increase or decrease) the value of the payor’s income. This is for the purpose of adjusting the necessary spousal support payment. If a higher income is […]

Should I Have Everything Planned Out Before I File for Divorce?

Should I have everything planned out before I file for divorce?

Maybe the idea has been rolling around in your mind for some time, or maybe a recent event has suddenly opened your eyes to the need to get a divorce. Either way, it is incredibly important to take the time to plan and prepare before you file for divorce. It is important to consult with […]