What Happens to Inherited Money in a Divorce?
If you’re lucky to have inherited money lately, but unlucky in your relationship, you might be wondering what your rights are. It’s one of the most common questions we get from people who are in the midst of a separation or divorce: What happens to inherited money in divorce that’s been inherited during the marriage? The answer under Ontario Family Law often surprises people: Inherited money...
When Work Stress Turns Personal: The Impact on Divorce
Most people think of divorce as arising from problems inside the relationship itself. It might look like communication breakdowns, financial strain, or growing apart. But for many couples, the tipping point begins somewhere else entirely: At work. It’s really no surprise: Times are tough everywhere. The economy is faltering. Job losses might be looming. Even if both spouses are employed,...
Narcissism and Divorce: Spotting the Early Signs in Legal Proceedings
Even the best divorces are rife with uncertainty: Finances, parenting schedules, and the emotional weight of a relationship ending. But does your former partner seem unusually focused on “winning”? Or on controlling the narrative, punishing you for leaving, or just getting his or her own way? If so, there may be another dynamic at play. We all have unique personalities, and of course not...
Protecting Your Children When There’s Family Violence
If you’re a parent who has separated (or is in the process of separating), then your children’s well-being will be your top priority. Discover how courts respond to family violence concerns and the measures used to safeguard children during separation and divorce. In Ontario, it will be the courts’ priority, too – especially if there has been violence in your family. Both federal divorce law...
Protecting Your Child from Family Violence
If you’re a parent whose current relationship situation involves family violence (also referred to as “domestic violence”) then your focus will likely be on your child’s safety and well-being. But even as a concerned parent, you might be unsure as to how Ontario Family Courts respond when violence is alleged. You may have questions like, “What protections are available?” and “Will it change...
What New Canadians Need to Know About Divorce – A Practical Guide for Immigrant Families in Ontario
Are you a newcomer to Canada? If so, the decision to separate or divorce in this country can feel overwhelming – what new Canadians need to know about divorce, especially if you are still just getting used to unfamiliar laws, cultural expectations, and immigration and relocation concerns. Adding a divorce or separation to the mix will no doubt add financial pressures and worries about your...
Handling Holiday Parenting Time Disputes with Care
Ahh, the holidays. A time of joy, family traditions, and meaningful celebrations. But if you’re a separated or divorced parent, the holiday parenting can be a flashpoint. There may be disagreements over where the children will spend Christmas morning or Hannukah. Disputes over how the children’s time will be divided during their winter break from school. Conflict over who will arrange and...
Planning a Divorce? Why Year-End is a Strategic Time
As the 2025 calendar year winds down, many people naturally reflect on their goals, finances, and relationships. For some, this period of reflection may include considering a year-end divorce or separation. While there is no “perfect” time to end a relationship, the final months of the year can offer unique advantages. These can be financial, emotional, and practical – and they will vary...
How Narcissistic Behaviour Affects Parenting Time and Decision-Making in Ontario
Narcissistic behaviour affects parenting decisions and learn strategies to safeguard your child’s best interests today. Co-parenting after separation is rarely easy. But if your child’s other parent consistently displays narcissistic traits, it can be exponentially worse than a typical break-up. Of course “narcissism” is not a legal term – but it’s used to refer to one category of parent who...