Posted on April 24, 2024
Court Warns Against Undermining Procedural Fairness When Deciding a Child’s Habitual Residence
When a child is removed to another jurisdiction, courts must carefully assess the evidence to make orders and decide issues such as the child’s habitual…
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Posted on April 8, 2024
What Do Courts Consider Before Granting a Divorce?
When a relationship ends and the spouses go their separate ways, usually the more difficult issues to resolve are parenting arrangements, support entitlements, and the…
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Posted on March 26, 2024
Deference to a Trial Judge’s Findings May Limit Your Chances of Success on Appeal
Parties who receive an unfavourable result in a family law proceeding may want to initiate an appeal. However, appealing a judge’s ruling is not straightforward.…
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Posted on March 11, 2024
Child Access Rights and Enforcement in Ontario
Divorce is often a difficult process for many, and if children are involved, it can be even more challenging and emotionally charged. Determining which parent(s)…
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Posted on March 14, 2023
Changing a Child’s Residence May Require Court’s Oversight
In most cases, a parent who wishes to move to a new residence with a child will be required to provide notice of the proposed…
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Posted on January 30, 2023
Unemployment Does Not Exempt A Parent From Paying Child Support
A parent’s obligations to pay child support do not cease simply due to a period of unemployment. While an application to vary the amount of…
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Posted on January 16, 2023
Can the Impact of Inflation Justify a Variation in Spousal Support?
In recent months, inflation has been a prevalent topic of conversation. Inflation comes with increased expenses resulting in a higher cost of living for many.…
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Posted on January 9, 2023
Take Care to Ensure Your Family Law Claim is Not Barred by a Limitation Period
Limitation periods prescribe the amount of time a party has to pursue a claim. If a claim is commenced beyond the expiration of a limitation…
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Posted on December 21, 2022
Does Re-Partnering Impact Spousal Support Awards?
The re-partnering of a spouse following separation or divorce can impact an existing spousal support order. If a new partner is helping provide for the…
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Posted on December 5, 2022
Can You Obtain Disclosure from Third Parties in Matrimonial Litigation?
Financial disclosure is a pivotal obligation in family law matters. Proper disclosure provides a foundation for the parties to resolve financial issues, while a failure…
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