August 15, 2023
Calculating Child Support for an Adult Child Pursuing Post-Secondary Education
Child support payments do not necessarily end when a child reaches the age of majority. Legislation states that adult children can still be entitled to…
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August 2, 2023
A Payor Challenging the Amount of Imputed Income Must Address Why Income Was Imputed
Determining the amount of a support payor’s income is necessary to be able to set the amount of their support obligations. When a payor spouse…
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July 18, 2023
What if Parents Can’t Make Shared Decision-Making Work?
Federal legislation makes it clear that when deciding parenting issues, such as decision-making responsibilities, the outcome must be individually tailored to the specific family and…
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July 4, 2023
Unmarried Partners May be Justified in Remaining in a Solely Owned Home
When a relationship ends, your right to stay in the home that you shared with your partner depends on whether you were married or a…
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June 20, 2023
Will Your Foreign Marriage Contract Have the Effect You Intended?
Parties may voluntarily enter into a marriage contract to set out their respective rights to property ownership, equalization, and support if the marriage ends. Domestic…
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June 6, 2023
Does a Parent’s Mental Illness Impact Their Parenting Claim?
Establishing a parenting schedule and determining decision-making responsibility with respect to children can be difficult. Matters can also be challenging when a parent is dealing…
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May 24, 2023
What Income Can be Imputed When a Party Returns to the Workforce?
In the context of support obligations, when a party is underemployed and is earning less than they are able to, they may face having income…
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May 10, 2023
Can Recommendations by the Office of the Children’s Lawyer be Used on a Parenting Motion?
When parents are going through a separation or divorce, determining parenting arrangements can sometimes be contentious. Sometimes, the Office of the Children’s Lawyer may become…
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April 25, 2023
Can You Claim Child Support Payments From a Deceased Payor’s Estate?
Disputes regarding children can be emotional and complex. When an order for child support is awarded, parties often only consider the obligation in the current…
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April 11, 2023
Is It Ever Too Late to Return a Child After a Wrongful Removal?
When a child is wrongfully removed from their habitual residence, it is generally in their best interests to be returned home where they have their…
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