FAMILY LAW BLOG

There are specific circumstances in which a judge might set aside a marriage contract to order spousal support. They are discussed in more detail in this podcast in this video and in this easy-to-understand best-selling book on Ontario Family Law. It…

If there was ever a time when you need a lawyer, it is when facing a contempt motion. The judge can throw you in jail, for a significant period of time, impose large fines, or order…

To have a valid separation agreement in Ontario, you have to meet three basic criteria: the agreement has to be in writing, it has to be signed and both parties have to have their signature witnessed…

If your children’s other parent (mother or father) is repeatedly denying you access, against a court order, then you should keep track of the circumstances. But do not let it go on too long. You should…

Grandparents and other extended family can cause a lot of strife, which is usually very bad for the kids. I have done a number of these cases and it is almost always the case that the…

One parent who wants to leave the country with the kids after separation can cause a lot of stress. It is not uncommon for parents not to trust each other much after separation. The parent who…

If you have been separated from your separated or divorced from your ex in Ontario for a while, he or she may still be bitter if you move in with a new partner. If your new partner makes…

The short answer is yes. A lot of people unnecessarily lose a lot of money after a short marriage due to a “quirk” in Ontario law. However, it is not a hard problem to avoid. Unfortunately, most…