Top 7 Myths About Divorce, Debunked
Divorce can be a difficult and emotionally charged process. For many, it’s made more challenging by the myths and common misconceptions surrounding it. These can lead to stress and confusion. As a Canadian divorce lawyer, I’ve encountered countless clients who’ve been misled about their rights, or have misunderstood the law. Let’s set the record straight by debunking five of the most common...
Navigating Divorce and Substance Abuse in Ontario
Divorce is a complex legal process, and it has many emotional repercussions as well. Every couple has its own unique relationship history; each spouse has unique strengths, needs, and shortcomings that they bring to the negotiating table. When substance abuse is part of the mix, the process of divorce can become significantly more complicated. In Ontario, the Family justice system takes a...
Unbundled Legal Services – The Pros and Cons for Ontario Family Law Clients
Navigating Family law issues in Ontario can be daunting, and potentially expensive. The good news is that the Law Society of Ontario, which is the provincial regulator for legal profession, allows lawyers to offer “unbundled” legal services to the public – also known as “limited scope representation”. This means that as a client, you pay a family lawyer for only specified tasks, rather than...
Family Court Process in Ontario: A Step-by-Step Guide
Especially if you are unfamiliar with the legal system, the family court process in Ontario can be daunting. If you have a Family Law matter to resolve – whether it involves parenting time, spousal support, or property division – it’s important to understand the key steps. In this post, we’ll guide you through every stage, from filing your initial application to preparing for trial. You’ll...
How to Announce Divorce: A Thoughtful Approach
Divorce is one of life’s most challenging transitions, impacting not only you and your spouse but also your family, friends, and even colleagues. The way you announce your divorce can play a significant role in shaping how others perceive and respond to this change. A poorly handled divorce announcement can strain relationships and create unnecessary stress, especially if children are...
How to Check Your Divorce Status in Ontario
Divorce is a major life event. It’s a very rule-heavy, document-laden procedure. As with many other aspects of life, the divorce process has been streamlined and enhanced through the use of technology. Divorce records are now online – but that doesn’t mean they are freely accessible. If you’re in Ontario, here are some of the essentials you should know, about getting information about the...
Text Messages and Harassment in Family Law
If you are in the midst of a contentious separation or divorce, it’s easy to get embroiled in a heated exchange of text messages with your spouse. All it takes is to pick up your phone, type out a few words, and … the shots are fired. It’s one way to vent your frustrations, but these exchanges can escalate rapidly. You may find your spouse texting you dozens of times in a row, or...
Online Security Tips During Your Divorce
Divorce is a challenging time. It’s filled with emotional and logistical hurdles. One aspect that can easily be overlooked is online security. In Canada – as in many parts of the world – people increasingly rely on digital communication, and on online services. This means it’s become crucial to protect your personal information at all times, but especially during your divorce. Here are some...
What Are the Grounds for Divorce in Ontario?
We get this question at our Firm all the time: What are the grounds for getting a divorce from my spouse? What do I have to prove, to be eligible? Is there a waiting period? These are all simple questions, and they do have simple answers – but that still doesn’t mean that establishing you are eligible for a divorce is necessarily easy. Related: Divorce Process in Ontario Grounds for Divorce...