Originally Published: July, 2022. Updated: January 2024. For most, divorce is an unsettling process that requires many difficult conversations with your spouseIn many cases, it may be difficult to get
It can be challenging to keep track of everything during a divorce or separation, however, it’s important to ensure you understand your rights and responsibilities throughout the process. A separation
Ending a relationship by separation or divorce can be a difficult decision. Once the decision has been made things like division and distribution of assets and spousal and/or child support
Divorce and separation can be stressful for families, however, your divorce does not need to cause family conflict. Whether you have children you want to protect or just want to
Originally Published: June, 2019 Updated: May, 2023 “I’m divorced and looking to take my children on vacation outside of Canada, do I need my ex’s permission?” Divorce can create challenging
Are you living in the same house as your spouse, but considering a legal separation? You may think that it’s impossible to separate while still living together, but there are
This post was originally published on August 21, 2019, and has been updated as of January 3rd, 2023. Adultery can complicate a divorce case and may affect how decisions are
If you are considering a divorce, you may be wondering whether or not you need a lawyer. The answer to this question depends on the specific circumstances of your situation.
We often get asked whether divorce law is federal or provincial. The answer may surprise you – it’s actually both! While the Divorce Act is a federal law, each province
Getting a divorce is an emotionally challenging experience and is often accompanied by financial strain. In Ontario, the cost of getting divorced can vary significantly depending on a number of
Original Publish Date: June 26, 2019 Revised: September 21st, 2022 When marriages break down, it’s essential to have a clear understanding of the next steps. The only legal reason you
Original Publish Date: July 15, 2019 Revised: September 15th, 2022 Unfortunately, marriages break down, and in some cases, one spouse may refuse to agree to a divorce. They may not
Have you heard the term “Grey Divorce” buzzing around lately? There’s a reason for that. The pandemic has been hard on everyone, including those who have been married for a
Ending a marriage is never easy. While your heart may be checked out and ready, there’s a lot to think about when it comes to planning how and when you
When it comes to divorce records, Ontario presumes that all civil and family litigation matters are public. The only way to seal a court file and take it out of
How Separation Is Different From Divorce? If someone is considering divorce, it is important to fully understand the different situations and terms that are involved. One question that comes up
If you get divorced in Ontario, the answer can be confusing. Divorce law in Ontario falls under the Family Law Act and it focuses on ensuring couples leave the marriage
An Ottawa businessman’s plans to outsmart his ex-wife and the court went up in flames, as the man admitted to burning over $1 million dollars in an attempt to circumvent
You may have spotted the signs of divorce in your marriage and need to get some help. Divorce and separation can be a tough emotional time. The process of divorce
The ending of a marriage can be frightening enough, let alone having to appear in front of a judge when there’s so much at stake. In Ontario, when a marriage
The recent decision of Beaver v Hill, 2018 ONCA 840, revisited the factors that affect the amount of costs that a court will order when a party is successful in
A large number of family law disputes are resolved through the negotiation of a Separation Agreement that addresses all of the issues between the parties. Before a lawyer can advise
You’ve just gone through a lengthy divorce and it’s finally over. Working together with your family lawyer, you made compromises in certain areas in order to come to an agreement
These days it’s becoming more common for married couples who are over the age of 50 to divorce. It has even been given its own name: the Gray Divorce. While many
In Canada, it is not necessary for both parties to want to get a divorce in order to end a marriage. However, it will be necessary for the one who
A common question for someone who is involved in or considering divorce in Ontario is how long the process will take. Unfortunately, there is no clear cut answer – no
In the recent Divisional Court decision, Dean v. Dean 2016 ONSC 4298, Justice Hoskins reiterated the first-family-first principle, which stands for the idea that obligation to the first family takes
The rise of technology has increased the number of ways that evidence can be gathered to suggest someone’s state of mind or intentions in the years, months and weeks leading
Amidst the decisions that need to be made before and during a divorce, one potentially perplexing question is about who gets the family pet. It is common that both separating
Once you and your spouse have made the decision to separate, drawing up a separation agreement is an important step for resolving uncertainties and settling potential disputes. The advantage of
For all couples, including those who reside in Ontario, divorce can be a complicated web of laws involving federal, provincial and territorial statutes. Provincial or territorial laws can create a
Mourn the loss of the relationship The loss of companionship and the loss of support; financial, social, emotional or otherwise, may produce an overwhelming number of conflicting feelings like anger,
Beginning in 2000, Ontario native Will Arnett and Amy Poehler had a relationship that extended for 12 years. Arnette joked in 2007 that due to their work schedules, with them
A recent survey by Seddons, a U.K. law practice, revealed that divorced couple’s biggest regret is the impact that it had on their children, although nearly 79% of those surveyed
As common-law relationships continue to become a bigger trend in Canadian demographics, it is important to consider the intricacies that cohabitation poses to children. 7% of families are common-law
The financial implications of divorce are oftentimes black and white. A divorce costs money and takes time – two variables that are sometimes unpredictable. The emotional and psychological upheaval associated
When one’s mind is clouded by emotion, anger, or fear associated with divorce, the decision-making process isn’t as effective as it would normally be. Divorce is a time of change,
Section 4 of the Canada Evidence Act provides that the spouse of the accused is not a competent witness for the Crown. Until recently, this provision and related common law
Knowing a relationship must come to an end for the well-being of either partner or a family, is overwhelming. A marriage is predicated on a perceived level of permanency; the
Children’s language of education should be taken into account when determining their best interests in the context of a Family Law action In Perron v Perron, at issue was what
The dissolution of a marriage or the ending of a partnership is often marked by emotional stress and worry. A myriad of decisions need to be made regarding finances, living
Under Ontario law, upon separation married spouses are entitled to an equal share of the value of the wealth accumulated by both parties during the marriage. There are exceptions, however.
