Child support is more than just a legal obligation but some parents miss payments over the years, leading to a situation where back child support may be owed. As a parent who’s supporting their children all by themselves, you must know that you can claim back child support, even though the process can be somewhat […]
A parenting agreement is made right after you and your spouse separate and meet conditions for the divorce. A lot changes during that one year and you may find the need to modify the agreement once divorce solidifies. Fortunately, Canadian family law allows modifications to parenting arrangements, but you need to follow specific steps. Let’s […]
Divorce is never easy, but if you and your spouse want an amicable separation, uncontested divorce is the way to go. It is a straightforward process that takes 5-7 months after 1 year of mandatory separation. Uncontested divorce is settled outside of court and records remain sealed. Let’s walk through the process, the benefits, and […]
No one ever wishes for a divorce, especially when you’re pregnant. Before you let the emotions affect you, you must know that it was absolutely necessary. As family lawyers, we know the emotional toll this situation can take and are always here to help you. We hope this blog brings you comfort and clarifies the […]
If you are unmarried or seeking separation in Ontario, you are entitled to spousal support as long as you can prove cohabitation. Anyone claiming or paying spousal support must be able to prove their claim to the court. In this guide, we explain what cohabitation means and how it affects spousal support claims. What is […]
One of the challenges of separation and divorce is adjusting to the times when your children stay with the other parent. That is not always the case. Depending on how responsible the other parent is, you can apply for sole or shared custody (one parent has fewer legal and physical responsibilities towards the child). In […]
Finding a new partner after a divorce can be fun and exciting. It’s a chance to start fresh and build a new life with someone special. In all provinces across Canada, you can remarry after a month of the divorce’s issue. Before you give marriage another chance, there might be things you have to take […]
If your ex-spouse lost their job, they might feel under pressure to meet their financial responsibilities including child support payments. If they aren’t able to pay for support, you might have to take over that responsibility. And that thought brings up a lot of questions. We hope this blog gives you some much needed clarity […]
Starting a conversation about divorce can intimidate anyone, given the possibility of an angry reaction or outright refusal from your spouse. To address this, Ontario law allows for a one-sided divorce, without needing the other’s agreement. The process looks different and is slightly more complicated than a joint divorce, in which both spouses apply for […]
Typically, the non-custodial parent, or the parent with whom the child does not primarily reside, is required to pay child support to the custodial parent until the child is 18 years of age. According to the Family Act, child support helps maintain the same standard of living the child had before their parents separated or […]
