When high-profile couples divorce, details of their split often make headlines - especially if unconventional phrases or decisions are part of their divorce. It wasn't that long ago that the world heard - and started using - the phrase "conscious uncoupling," right?...
Month: January 2023
Should you have a marriage contract?
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Jan 8, 2023 | Family Law, Marriage Contract
A marriage contract can sound like one of the most unromantic and uncomfortable topics to discuss with your partner. However, the fact is that the benefits of having a marriage contract can far outweigh the challenges of an awkward conversation - particularly if you...
Family Law Reform and Equal Shared Parenting
by Gene C. Colman | Jan 6, 2023 | Child Custody, Equal Shared Parenting, Family Law, Parenting Time Access
-A heartfelt missive to Santa Claus from an outstanding equal parenting advocate Here is a letter from prominent activist, Paulette MacDonald, to whom? To Santa Claus of course. I wanted to publish this before the holidays but alas.... better late than never. ...
Assets that may be excluded from equalization calculations
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Jan 5, 2023 | Property, Property Division
If you are divorcing in Ontario, you and your soon-to-be ex can expect to equally share in the increased net worth of your marriage. In other words, if husband's net worth from date of marriage to date of separation increased by $1,000 and wife's net worth stayed the...
Steps co-parents should take when travelling with their child
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Jan 5, 2023 | Child Custody, Equal Shared Parenting, Parenting Time Access
If you have plans to travel with your child, it can be wise to take steps now to prepare. Following are some tips on what you can do to travel legally and safely with your child if you and the other parent share parental rights. Get permission Does the other parent...
Tips for bouncing back financially after divorce
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Jan 5, 2023 | Property, Property Division
Few events are more financially disruptive than a divorce. In the span of this one event, parties can lose half their pension acquired during their marriage and their home; they go from having two incomes to support one household to supporting themselves. It might...
4 boundaries to set if you want an amicable divorce
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Jan 5, 2023 | Child Custody, Dispute Resolution, Family Law
There is nothing wrong with wanting your divorce or separation to be as peaceful as possible. After all, bitter, contentious splits can be exhausting, time-consuming and expensive. However, even if you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse start out wanting an amicable...
Can a divorce ever be easy?
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Jan 5, 2023 | Dispute Resolution, Family Law, Procedural Fairness
An "easy" divorce can be an attractive scenario if you are eager to end your marriage and move forward. However, it is a legal process and a major life event, so it may not necessarily be as easy as you would like. That said, a divorce can be amicable, fair and...
5 reasons behind divorces that take a long time – and solutions to these issues!
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Jan 5, 2023 | Dispute Resolution, Family Law
Many of us have heard or experienced stories of divorces that take months or even years to finalize. Those involved in these stories often feel exhausted, frustrated and angry when the process takes longer than it has to. Lengthy, drawn-out divorces are not the...
How your online behaviours can affect your real-world divorce
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Jan 5, 2023 | Family Law
Turning to social media and other online communities during tough times like divorce is not unusual. However, when you go online, knowing that what you say and do in the digital world can affect your real-world divorce is crucial. Inaccurate statements For some, it's...
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