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Automatic divorce refers to the process of terminating a marriage without a court hearing or the input of spouses. If you’ve heard that divorce is automatic after a long separation period, you’ve likely been wrongly informed. There is no such thing in Canada. Divorce is a legal process that [...]

Child support is frequently a contentious point in divorce cases in Ontario. Where children are involved, emotions run high and this may lead to disputes. When the family court orders child support payments to be made, they are enforceable by the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) until such time as [...]

Spousal support (or “alimony”) calculations are often one of the most keenly contested elements of a divorce settlement. This type of support is not an automatic right and needs to be ordered by the court to come into effect. Most of the discussions between couples beforehand centre around whether [...]

Spousal support arrangements are often a source of conflict during divorces and separations, and, unfortunately, sometimes the conflict does not end with the separation agreement. When couples go separate, many individuals are fortunate enough to meet new partners, enter new cohabitation arrangements, and/or remarry. Such changes of circumstances can [...]

In Canada, there is a set of spousal support advisory guidelines that are relied upon by lawyers and judges to calculate how much spousal support is payable (and for how long) when a couple separates or divorces. You can use these guidelines to help you and your spouse reach [...]

One of the prerequisites of divorce proceedings in Canada is providing full and frank financial disclosure. While, for most couples, this will not pose too many difficulties in concept, it can sometimes be challenging to capture all of the information that divorce lawyers and the family court system require.  [...]

It is always difficult to be practical and pragmatic during an inherently emotional time. However, during separation and divorce, there is a great deal at stake, especially if you have children. It is important to be as prepared as possible for what is inevitably around the corner. By gathering [...]

If you’re separated and considering a divorce or have already initiated divorce proceedings, you may be wondering how long a divorce takes in Ontario. The answer, like with most areas of family law, is that it depends. It depends on many factors and, remember, no two divorces are alike. [...]

The way that most people in Canada decide whether to retain the services of a divorce lawyer is through an initial consultation. This session will normally help your lawyer understand your personal circumstances and advise you regarding your options for proceeding with your divorce. To make the most of [...]