Is it complicated to change your name after a divorce?

A woman writing a form to change her name after her divorce

For many women who get married, it is still common to legally take on their new husband’s last name. However, when the marriage ends many want to revert back to their maiden name to break off any association or reminder of an emotionally turbulent situation or their ex. Fortunately, the process of changing your last […]

What happens if you die without a will in Ontario?

A woman thinking about what to do after her husband died without a will in Ontario

As many as three-quarters of Canadians don’t have an up to date will. While it may be uncomfortable attending to questions about your own mortality, a will is an important and necessary document to protect your estate. Dying without a will moves control of the future of your estate out of your own hands and […]

4 Facts You Need to Accept Before Getting a Divorce

A couple considering getting a divorce

Despite the fact that divorce is quite common these days, it’s still an important life decision that one shouldn’t walk into recklessly. If it is apparent that a divorce is inevitable, it is vital to begin to take steps to prepare yourself financially and emotionally for what will certainly be a trying time. Right from […]

What can cause spousal or child support payments to be changed?

Close up of female making adjustments to spousal or child support payments

During the divorce settlement there will be decisions made about the amount that needs to be paid on a regular basis for spousal and/or child support. Whether this amount is determined through a collaborative process, mediation, or determined by a judge, it is a legal obligation to ensure this amount is paid. However, it is […]

Will getting a divorce ruin my credit rating?

A woman considering her credit rating after getting a divorce

It’s well-known that a divorce has the potential to substantially affect your financial situation. Depending on the nature of the split, you may be required to give up assets as part of the property division process and you could be required to pays support payments on an ongoing basis. But how does all of this […]