Posted on August 31, 2026
Loaning Money to Your Child Can be a Risk if Their Relationship Breaks Down
When a parent transfers funds to an adult child, the presumption of resulting trust applies rather than assuming the funds were a gift. The presumption…
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Posted on August 20, 2026
How Courts Determine Which Properties Qualify as a Matrimonial Home
The term “matrimonial home” carries a specific legal meaning under Ontario family law. Significantly, the legislation does not limit spouses to a single matrimonial home.…
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Posted on June 30, 2026
When an Unmarried Partner Claims an Interest in the Home, Can the Owner Still Sell?
In Ontario, there is no statutory protection for an unmarried partner’s interest in property that is solely in the other partner’s name. Likewise, there is…
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Posted on May 14, 2026
When Co-Parenting Isn’t Possible: The Benefits of Parallel Parenting
Not every separated or divorced couple can successfully co-parent. In high-conflict relationships, well-meaning attempts at collaborative parenting often fail, creating additional stress for parents and…
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Posted on April 13, 2026
Considering Intimate Partner Violence in Ontario Family Law Claims
Courts understand that intimate partner violence can involve harms that go beyond physical injury and can include fear, trauma, and financial insecurity. These types of…
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Posted on February 27, 2026
How Divorce or Separation Affects Your Will in Ontario
The end of a marriage or long-term relationship often brings significant financial and legal changes. While many individuals focus on issues such as property division,…
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Posted on December 4, 2025
Questioning Third Parties Can Unlock Key Evidence
Questioning a non-party witness can be a crucial means of gathering information before a family trial. The information being sought must be relevant and advance…
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Posted on November 13, 2025
How Will Courts Consider Personal Autonomy When Deciding If There Is Capacity To Marry?
Marriages between the elderly can give rise to specific concerns, as adult children may question the validity of the marriage, such as whether the individuals…
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Posted on July 28, 2025
What to Do If Your Ex Is Alienating Your Children
Few things are more painful for a parent than watching their child pull away emotionally, particularly when it seems orchestrated by the other parent. Parental…
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Posted on July 10, 2025
When Will a Parent’s Alcohol Use Impact a Parenting Order?
Courts will primarily consider a child’s physical, emotional, and psychological safety, security, and well-being when deciding parenting issues. Although alcohol and substance abuse may not…
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