Posted on October 17, 2022
Can Courts Disregard Separation Agreements?
A separation agreement sets out each person’s rights with respect to important separation matters upon separation, such as child custody and child support. These matters…
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Posted on October 14, 2022
The Consequences of Fraud and Witness Intimidation in Family Law Proceedings
Family law matters can end up in the courts following a separation or divorce, and litigation can be a complex, uncertain and emotional time. Circumstances…
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Posted on September 27, 2022
Our Separation Agreement Contains a Mistake. Is It Enforceable?
A well-negotiated separation agreement can be essential in protecting your rights when a relationship ends. However, parties must be diligent in ensuring they have not…
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Posted on 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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Posted on 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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Posted on 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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Posted on 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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Posted on 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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Posted on 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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Posted on 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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