Dad Fails in Bid to Appeal $25,000 Monthly Support Order
We have all heard the often-sensational stories of former spouses who have been ordered by a court to pay excessive-sounding support payments to their Exes. Those of you who read this Blog regularly […]
Must I Volunteer the Fact That I Got a Pay Raise?
Full disclosure is one of the hallmarks of all litigation processes, and in the case of family law disputes, is particularly important: The financial disclosure from a couple in the midst of a separation […]
Helping Kids Understand Divorce Law
Divorce can be difficult for everyone, but it is always the most difficult for children: they are not only vulnerable emotionally, but are often too young to understand the legal and practical implications […]
Thinking of Taking the Law into Your Own Hands? It Can Be Costly
It goes without saying that Ontario family law and related legal procedures are in place for a reason: The orderly, predictable, and fair resolution of legal disputes is one of the foundational principles […]
Custody Self-Help: When a Vacation Turns Into a Permanent Move
If you are a separated or divorced parent the summer vacation period – which frequently involves travel plans – can be fraught with concerns over the other parent adhering to established custody and […]
Does Family Arbitration Really Work?
It’s a sad reality that some family disputes never get resolved easily. Given the inherently volatile nature of family break-ups – which is often exacerbated by the personality and character of the parties […]