Under Ontario Law, only married couples have proper division on separation. Common law couples do not. For an explanation of what it means to be “common-law” when you separate, see this page, which also has a useful video on it. However,…
All cases about the parenting of a child are decided based on the “best interests” of the particular child. So, whether your request is appropriate depends on your child’s specific circumstances. You really should speak to a lawyer about the details…
A recent CBC news story highlighted some new problems with dealing with your custody, access, parenting, child support, spousal support and property issues in family court. The internet takes advantage of the fact that all divorce, custody, support and property proceedings are both open…
“Matrimonial homes” can create complex legal problems. However, it does sound as if your wife istrying to pull the wool over your eyes and hoping that you will not meet with a lawyer to help you. Unless you have a…
You should never pay support in “cash.” Judges hear, all the time, from payors saying they paid the support when there is no proof and usually this is because the payor did not make the payments. Judges are very skeptical….
First, when it comes to a spouse’s credit card debt (or any other type of debt), you should check to see if the account is actually in the name of both you and your ex. If it is, then you can…
As attractive as doing this type of recording might seem in a separation or divorce, especially if you think you can catch your ex saying inappropriate things to the kids, it is absolutely a violation of section 184 of the Criminal…
First, when it comes to a spouse’s credit card debt (or any other type of debt), you should check to see if the account is actually in the name of both you and your ex. If it is, then you…
It is very common for parents to want to give money, or property, to their adult children, but want to keep it from their child’s spouse (their son-in-law or daughter-in-law). So common is this question, that both this podcast and this podcast address the issue. There…
It is very common for parents to want to give money, or property, to their adult children, but want to keep it from their child’s spouse (their son-in-law or daughter-in-law). The law does do a little to protect these gifts….