The High Cost of Hostility in Family Court In an Ontario Court of Appeal decision, a spouse was ordered to pay over a million dollars to their ex-partner. This amount was unrelated to property division, child support, or spousal support.…
The question of whether an inheritance can influence child support obligations is an important consideration for many families. The short answer is yes. While inheritances themselves are typically not subject to division at the end of a marriage, the income…
When a Family Court modifies an existing order, it is important to understand the status of the original order and which parts, if any, remain enforceable. Family law recognizes that circumstances within a family can change and may require adjustments…
In Ontario, common law partners who decide to separate may wonder whether they can draft a legally binding separation agreement without the involvement of a lawyer. While it is possible to create such a document independently, there are several important…
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