Dispute Resolution. Procedural Fairness. These are crucially important concepts.
A checklist of assets that might come up in a divorce case
There are many Ontarians who go into a divorce knowing that there will be a myriad of issues to address, but who are still surprised at how complex these cases can become. Sure, one knows more about their family, spouse and personal finances than anyone else, but once they become involved in the family law process, they will be exposed to other people -- judges and attorneys, for starters -- who oftentimes have decades of experience with divorce cases and the associated issues. During the divorce process, one area in which many people are somewhat surprised is when they learn the full extent of their assets and debts.
How do you know if it is time to consider a divorce?
Many of our Ontario readers are likely facing family problems that could include significant issues between spouses. Most people who are facing these situations do their best to work it out, but sometimes, all of the best efforts and intentions are not enough. How does one know if it is time to consider a divorce?
Spousal support paid from a U.S.A. resident to a Canada resident
We all know that spousal support paid by a Canadian resident to a Canadian resident is tax deductible to the payor and must be included in the income of the recipient.
"Being a parent means all of this, and so much more." Child custody access common sense leads to shared parenting order.
R.B. v. A.H. is an interim child custody access decision from the Newfoundland and Labrador Supreme Court. It is remarkable for some startling yet what should be patently obvious observations with respect to the importance of maintaining children's bonds with both parents in a meaningful way.
