It’s hard to imagine any other area of law which evokes more emotion and passion in its litigants than family law. Unfortunately, such emotion can often manifest itself if the most personal and offensive of attacks upon character, […]
In Mackie v. Crowther, 2019 ONSC 6431, the Court started off by nothing that “the facts of this case are simple yet outrageous.” The parties in this case had entered into a Consent Order in 2015 which dealt with […]
A client is always free to terminate the services of their legal counsel, although sometimes it is not a good idea to do so immediately before a court hearing unless absolutely necessary. However, a lawyer may also terminate services through […]
The term status quo in family law parenting applications has become a significant term. When newly separated parents come to court for a parenting order, the Judge usually wants to know what the existing parenting arrangement is and was prior […]
If your legal matter is proceeding to Questioning, it’s normal to have some concerns or anxiety wondering what the process will look like or what is expected of you. While your lawyer will prepare you for Questioning in advance, here […]
Upon separation or divorce, your Canada Pension Plan (CPP) credits may need to be shared with your former spouse. In Alberta, CPP credits are considered to be family property with the presumption that they will be shared equally during the […]
You’ve been in court, and the judge makes a decision you don’t agree with or don’t like. What can you do? You’ve heard of appealing, so what does that mean? Appealing matters in family law can be complex but can […]
In the current real estate market, it is becoming increasingly popular (or necessary) for young couples to rely on their parents when purchasing their first home. However, a thoughtful gesture by the parents can turn into a point of contention […]
When determining an appropriate parenting schedule for the first time, it is important to keep in mind that a child’s age and stage of development will impact their ability to adjust and thrive in their new circumstances.
Perhaps contrary to popular […]
Now more than ever, the Canadian justice system is taking a hard line against domestic violence, and has for the first time, included a definition and extensive provisions dealing with family violence in the new Divorce Act [Act], which was […]