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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June 1, 2022
The Use of Psychiatric Assessments in Access Disputes
Access refers to a parent’s time spent with a child. Access arrangements are often made between the parents with the help of a family lawyer…
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May 27, 2022
Was the Will-Maker Delusional? A Look at Testamentary Capacity
Litigation involving estates has become more common. One example is applications to challenge wills. Such applications tend to be made when someone believes that they…
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May 20, 2022
Can an Invalid Foreign Marriage Still Constitute a Marriage Under Ontario Law?
Following the breakdown of a relationship, dividing the assets, property, and debt the parties acquired during the relationship is an important step in the separation process.…
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May 12, 2022
Who Gets To Keep Buddy?
Following a relationship breakdown, the separation process can be emotional and stressful. Many issues may arise, including spousal support and property division. One thing that…
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May 6, 2022
Can an Ontario Court Order Child Support Where There is a Foreign Order as Well?
Child support can be ordered by a court or contained in a separation agreement or may occur outside these formal channels. It can become more…
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April 29, 2022
Can Undue Hardship Reduce Child Support Payments?
Every parent has an obligation to support their children. Generally, the parent who spends less time with the child pays child support. It is normally…
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April 22, 2022
Do I Have to Pay More Spousal Support if My Income Increases?
Spousal support refers to payments made by one spouse to the other spouse after the couple separates or gets a divorce. It is designed to…
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April 14, 2022
Removing An Estate Trustee – Much Ado About Nothing?
Disagreements over estate matters, including will disputes, are not uncommon. Often these relate to the amount of money a beneficiary is inheriting or the actual…
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April 8, 2022
Court Finds “New Foundation for Liability for Family Violence”
It is not uncommon for family law disputes to deal with a range of issues at the same time, for example, child support, spousal support…
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