Alimony and/or child support are items that are decided in the court of a family judge. While these items come up in every divorce case, it is possible to determine the likelihood of being awarded child support or alimony based on the basics that family judges use to make these awards.
These are monetary penalties levied on one side in the divorce so that the other side can support the...
Over the years, the dynamics of child custody and child support have changed. That is why it is significant to look for a lawyer who will adequately look out for your interests and that of your child. A good child support lawyer in Toronto can help you understand the law and get you the financial support you need to take care of your child. The lawyer will help you move things along in a...
If you are facing child custody issues, finding an experienced lawyer for custody and child support cases is imperative. A reputable family law lawyer, such as those found at Fine & Associates can make a big difference on the eventual settlement of your case. For example, here are five great reasons why you should consider hiring a qualified lawyer to represent you in your child support or...
Divorce is never the ideal situation for any family but when it is inevitable, making joint child custody arrangements can be the best solution for both parents and children. Although joint custody is not always possible to achieve, divorcing couples who have opted to make this decision are happier than those who do not. Understanding what this resolution means to you and your family can have...
Divorce is hard, there is no denying that. When it comes to taking care of the children, however, divorce becomes more difficult. You want the children to be taken care of and kept out of the stress of the divorce proceedings, but that seems impossible when it comes to figuring out custody and child support. If you are looking to predict how much child support you will owe or will be owed, you...
Toronto parents who have existing child support orders may need a child support modification for some reason. A modification is a change in the payment amount that the noncustodial parent submits to the custodial parent on a weekly, biweekly or monthly basis. Several reasons may exist for such a modification. The receiving parent may suffer from a sudden illness, the loss of a job, or a change...
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http://zml-s3.zoomerradio.s3.amazonaws.com/podcasts/goldhawk/2013-05-30-2-goldhawk-podcast.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSIn this transcribed interview with Dale Goldhawk of Zoomer Radio AM740 in Toronto, family and divorce lawyer Lorne Fine of Fine & Associates Professional Corporation offers advice on child support. Read the...
One of the key rules of law that applies when a couple separates is the legal right of children from the marriage to be supported by one or both of the parents. It is also the responsibility of both parents to ensure that children from their marriage are appropriately supported. Ontario Child Support Guidelines provide instructions on how child support is determined.
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Child custody battles can be long, contentious and expensive. Messy divorces can be especially hard on the children involved. These heated battles can tear the children in two, creating upheaval in their lives and making it difficult for them to live at peace. A guardian ad litem is a helpful resource in ensuring that the parents will come to a peaceful resolution when it comes to their...
Child support in Ontario is a major issue for many who are divorced and have children. This payment is meant to secure the welfare of the child, and must be paid in absence of another agreement. While you might know the basics behind child support, it is important to keep a few things in mind. You must know that it is based on your income, can be changed, and that it must be paid – with...