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Question 1

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Hi, I just need a little assistance on finding out how I go about filing for divorce? My permanent residence is in the United States but both my husband and I are Canadian and we’re married in Ontario. Where do I file?

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Question 2

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My child did not attend post secondary education immediately after completing highschool. He was 18 when graduated. Now he’s 20. Do I still have to pay child support if he returns to school now, full time or part time? I was told there couldn’t be a break in school attendance. He should have started post schooling right after high school. Is this right? I haven’t spoken to my son since he was 13. The mother prevents all contacts. Asking for help. Thank you.

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Question 3

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I recently found out my husband has been having an affair for 4 yrs. I also learned that she put recording devices and a tracking device on his vehicle. She recorded a call that my husband and I had without our knowledge. Is this illegal and if so what steps should I take? All I have is him telling me that and her son was used to put the recording device in his vehicle. Would they both get subpoenaed to prove this?

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Question 4

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Is it mandatory to apply for income splitting even if a couple don’t claim for it? Any disadvantages and advantages for both?

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Question 5

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Hi my name is Reta. I have question? Can someone records videos of me and my boyfriend without our permission? Because my ex in laws took videos of me and my boyfriend and they [threatened] me to show it to everyone? Can you help me?

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Question 6

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I have rented this house for a year now I’m the only one on the lease although it does specifically say that I may have another roommate who does not need to be named on the lease if I care to. My boyfriend had lived here for a couple of months and now that I’m going to break up with him I know that he is going to try and get the house from me because he said he would and he really wants it but it’s clearly mine and I don’t know what to do or what I can do legally and without involving my landlord who would likely just kick us both out due to the hassle.

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Question 7

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I need to know if I can turn over the Temp order to pay. I’ve signed nothing, nor talked about a loan with the ex, but now I have a judge getting ready to put me into contempt because I refuse to pay for a loan I had nothing to do with. We were common law. No kids,no property, no nothing.

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Question 8

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I was served with divorce papers last week and she states she wants a divorce only , but some of my property is still at the house and i want to get it back , before she throws it out and then i will be charging her with theft of my property .please advise me on what I can do here .

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Question 9

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Can my name be taken off my joint account for the mortgage without my permission as well as off the mortgage?

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Question 10

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Can your Ex make you buy separate clothes and jackets for your kids on top of paying child support. My support is ran through MEP and they are very difficult to contact and change if and when you try to prove an over payment or to dispute a claim.

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Question 11

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I have been separated for 18 years. The amount owing in arrears is over $28000. Are there steps to take to ensure I get that? Am I eligible to receive it?

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Question 12

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Once one person sends a layout of what they want in the separation agreement can we change it? My ex sent me a layout of what she wanted and I agreed to everything in the layout and I sent back the separation agreement with a clause for no spousal support which I thought was standard. And now she wants to change the value of the assets which she already requested.

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Question 13

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Hello, is it illegal in Ontario if your spouse records your conversation with another party without your consent?

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Question 14

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Child Support: When is a child considered an adult?

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Question 15

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When my child is in his weekend visitation do I have the right to know where he is staying?

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Question 16

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Does child support continue after 18 when a child is still in high school obtaining university level credits to apply to university for the following school year? What is considered full time in high school?

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Question 17

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Can I get my deposit back which I paid for on our common law home purchased now that we are separating?

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Question 18

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My partner wants to separate. I am the primary income provider. I have always paid for the majority of all expenses, household, recreational, mortgage, food, utilities, etc. And I give him money on top of his own income. We are talking about a separation agreement but that will take time. He said he can get a legal order to require me to immediately start paying him spousal support even though he still lives with me, and we have not separated yet. Is that correct?

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Question 19

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We been together for over 10 years , we live together at her dads. I rented a house and now bought this one for over 4 years now. We are not married just common law and she’s not on anything I own: what are my right regarding property and materials? We have a son together, he’s 8.

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Question 20

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Can I cancel a designation of matrimonial home that was registered by my ex-wife? The home is in my name solely. We have been divorced more than 2 years and she just registered the claim on the home by telling them that she is still my spouse.

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Question 21

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Cohabitation or Domestic Agreement: Do they need to be prepared by Lawyer? If the parties agree would they be able to draw up agreement?

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Question 22

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Hello, I’m a first time mother age 34. The father of my child is not around and doesn’t help with this pregnancy, what does this mean for him when I decide to take him to court? He blocked me in all means of communication as well.

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Question 23

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I’m going through a divorce and my wife has me on the hook for child support and spousal support. She has an average size pension. Just wondering how that works: how it would get divided or the decision would be made?

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Question 24

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I am the applicant and my lawyer continues to insist that child and spousal support is not to go through FRO. Is FRO imposed automatically and then if both parties agree to forgo this then FRO isn’t enforced?

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Question 25

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Are there any disadvantages to a party being self-represented?

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Question 26

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What happens if my spouse starts a court proceeding immediately after we separate without negotiating the matter? Did I lose my chance of negotiating the matter?

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Question 27

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Can I still file for divorce without my marriage agreement and/or without an original copy of my marriage agreement?

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Question 28

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What is a nesting order?

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Question 29

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Can you apply for a divorce online?

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Question 30

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What is a simple divorce?

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Question 31

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What will happen to my Will, if I enter a marriage agreement or co-hab agreement after making it?

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Question 32

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Do I need a co-hab agreement if me and my partner are just renting?

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Question 33

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Are same-sex partners classed as common-law if living together?

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Question 34

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Can I visit Shulman & Partners LLP offices now?

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Question 35

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I live with my common law partner but I’m not on the lease…if something happens to him do I have to move out?

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Question 36

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Can I bring someone with me to my meetings with my lawyer?

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Question 37

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What is the difference between property division for married vs. common-law couples?

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Question 38

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How will the courts decide parenting time?

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Question 39

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Will I have to go to court if I get a divorce?

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Question 40

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Does it make a difference who files for divorce first?

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Question 41

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Can I move with my child if I’m receiving child support?

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Question 42

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How long does it take to file a divorce?

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Question 43

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How do I become common law?

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Question 44

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What is the difference between a separation and a divorce?

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Question 45

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What is the best way to get divorced?

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Question 46

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Can an ex get support if she was never common-law?

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Question 47

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How do I find a good divorce lawyer?

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Question 48

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Can I get a divorce if I don’t know where my spouse is?

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Question 49

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Are the courts closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

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Question 50

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What happens to inheritance money in a divorce?

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Question 51

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Is a marriage contract legal?

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Question 52

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My ex was ordered to pay spousal support in another country. Can I still get support in Ontario?

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Question 53

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Can I withhold visitation if my ex doesn’t pay child support?

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Question 54

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Is my common-law partner entitled to my defined contribution pension?

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Question 55

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Are We Common-Law If We Have A Baby Together?

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Question 56

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I need a court order right away. What should I do?

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Question 57

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What is the difference between alimony and spousal support?

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Question 58

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Can an order for supervised access be made if the child is 16 years old?

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Question 59

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Does my parent’s new partner have any rights to their assets if they pass?

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Question 60

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Do separation agreements have to be filed?

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Question 61

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Should I wait until after the holidays to break up?

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Question 62

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My ex and I both want to spend the winter holidays with our child. What can I do?

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Question 63

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Can I undo my divorce?

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Question 64

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How does family court work?

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