When family units break down due to separation and divorce, one of the most fundamental aspects involved in finalizing a complete split is determining the proper division of property. The Matrimonial Property Act (“MPA”) applies only to married couples (although a Bill has been introduced by our Legislature that would amend the Matrimonial Property Act… Continue reading Protecting Your Inheritance – What You Need to Know
Category: Divorce
How do I make it stop?
Far too often we are asked by people: “How do I make it stop? I left my partner because we were not suited and now we are trapped in a toxic relationship with no end in sight.” This, unfortunately, is becoming increasingly common as people find themselves involved with a high conflict matter, with an… Continue reading How do I make it stop?
Trusts and Family Law
In a recent article published by the Lawyer’s Daily, the issues of Family Trusts was addressed in relation to their significance in the face of divorce or separation by parties relevant to the Trust. As the authors acknowledge in their article, while trusts are typically complex entities, they become even more complicated in circumstances where… Continue reading Trusts and Family Law
Child Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Many people going through a separation or divorce often find the process and the law confusing and don’t know where to look for answers. One of the most common areas in which questions arise is around Child Support; many people want to know what it can be used for, how much they have to pay,… Continue reading Child Support: Frequently Asked Questions
Death and Child Support
In a recent decision from the Court of Queen’s Bench, Stalzer Estate v. Stalzer, [2018] A.J. No. 315 the Court held that the Estate of a deceased father could not claim retroactive child support against the living spouse. In Stalzer, the father had the primary care of his two underage children, while his adult child… Continue reading Death and Child Support
The True Costs of “Cheap Divorces”
In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of companies offering divorce services as a “cheap” alternative to using divorce lawyers. Most often these companies are operated and staffed by individuals who are not lawyers, and have minimal training in the law. These companies commonly advertise to parties who are looking to… Continue reading The True Costs of “Cheap Divorces”