September 14, 2022
International Child Abduction
After a separation or divorce, the last thing any parent wants to think about is the possibility of their child being taken away outside of…
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August 17, 2022
Life Estate Or Licence – What’s The Difference?
Will disputes can be extremely emotional and overwhelming for the parties involved. Disputes sometimes result from wills that are difficult to interpret, which may be…
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August 3, 2022
A Reminder To Always Check Your Junk Mail
Following the rules of court and the Family Law Rules in particular, is imperative for all family law matters. Failure to do so may result…
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July 27, 2022
Considering Family Violence When Devising A Parenting Plan
We recently reported on an Ontario Superior Court of Justice decision that recognized a new foundation of liability for family violence. The judge, in that…
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July 21, 2022
Is there a presumption of equal parenting time?
After a separation or divorce, one of the most contentious issues is often parenting time with the children. While in many separations, decision-making and parenting…
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July 14, 2022
Parental Disagreement on a Child’s Passport
Applying for a passport for your child after a separation or divorce can be difficult. With the Canadian Government generally requiring both parents to sign…
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July 5, 2022
Bringing A Civil Claim On Behalf Of A Deceased
Alcohol-related liver disease is a long-term illness that your loved one may develop over time when they drink too much. Alcoholism, which is the chronic…
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June 28, 2022
Decision-Making & Parenting Time Rights for Same-Sex Parents
The road to equality for LGBTQ2 Canadians has been a long one. Although homosexuality was decriminalized in 1969, marriage for same-sex individuals was not adopted…
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June 22, 2022
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is a day meant to raise awareness about the prevalence of elder abuse around the world. It’s been observed globally…
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June 13, 2022
Child Relocation – Should New Evidence Be Considered On Appeal Or In Application To Vary Order?
When a parent wishes to relocate with a child, for example, to be closer to family, this may affect the other parent’s access rights (now…
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