In the lives of some members of Canadian society, domestic violence is an unfortunate reality.
These days, the more modern term is “Intimate Partner Violence” (IPV) or “Family Violence”, but the concept remains the same: It describes a prevalent form of gender-based violence, usually perpetrated by men against women.
If you’re a victim of Family Violence, the good news is that Canadian Family...
Divorce proceedings often bring out the worst in couples, with some resorting to deceitful tactics to avoid their financial obligations. A recent case in Ontario sheds light on the severe consequences of such “bad faith” actions, highlighting the importance of honesty and integrity in legal matters.
The Case: A Tale of Fraudulent Transfers and Deception
In this case, a husband...
Grandparents play an important role in the child’s upbringing. They provide love, comfort, guidance, and companionship to a Child. When parents separate, grandparents access to their grandchildren may be frustrated due to family conflict. No loving grandparent wants to be estranged from their grandchild.
We have dealt with a number of cases wherein grandparents cared intimately for their...
Facing the reality that your spouse wants a divorce while you do not can be an emotionally overwhelming and confusing experience. It’s a situation that can leave you feeling powerless and uncertain about your future. However, it’s essential to remember that you still have options and can take steps to navigate this challenging situation while making informed decisions about your...
Co-parenting with a difficult ex-spouse can be one of the most challenging aspects of a divorce. Dealing with hostility, uncooperativeness, and communication barriers can create tension and negatively impact the children involved. However, it is crucial to prioritize the well-being of the children and find effective strategies for successful co-parenting despite the difficulties. In this...
Child custody agreements address parents’ visitation rights during holidays. Courts know the value in extended child custody with children when school isn’t in session. If your ex is constantly violating your holiday child custody agreement, or you would wish to modify the agreement, now is the time to discuss with an Ontario attorney to see what can be done about your case.
What to do when...
The breakdown of a relationship is never easy, and if one partner doesn’t want it to happen, it can make things even more difficult to finalize the separation or divorce. There are many reasons for wanting to end a marriage and just as many reasons not to. If your partner has filed for divorce, but you do not want to go through with it, you may be wondering how you can stop the divorce from...
While the COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for children over the age of 12, it is still the individual choice of families as to whether or not to have their kids vaccinated. But what happens when divorced or separated parents have different views on the matter?
Many co-parenting decisions are made through compromise, but this is one area where compromise is not always possible. And unless...
Separation and divorce can be a brutally painful and ongoing source of disruption to your life – and the lives of your children and to the lives of many Canadian families.
What does divorce do to a child?
The body of research is clear: common reactions to divorce can be limited over the short term and as parents come to terms with the changes divorce brings, their children often regain their...
Unfortunately, not all marriages have a happy ending. Divorces are not uncommon in Canada, and are granted to couples that have separated for over a year. There are two types of divorces: contested and uncontested. About 80% of divorces are uncontested; however, if the marriage didn’t end on happy terms, a partner can lengthen and complicate the divorce proceedings by contesting it.
Common...