Introduction: For purposes of Ontario family law, the debate re children receiving vaccinations over the objection of one parent is now effectively over. In addition, judges have brought much needed clarification to what sort of ‘evidence’ is admissible at such...
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How the experts can help you through a divorce
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Mar 17, 2023 | Expert, Family Law
If you are getting divorced, one thing you may be feeling is lost. Even if you've been divorced before, the legal process can be confusing and intimidating. The good news is that you need not navigate it alone. You can work with professionals who have the experience,...
Technology and parental alienation
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Mar 16, 2023 | Child Custody, Family Law, Parental Alienation
When parents attempt to turn their child against each other after divorce or separation, it could be parental alienation. While abuse like this is not new, some of the methods parents use to engage in it look different than they did a generation ago due largely to...
Book Review of Winners and Losers, published 2023 by Guernica Editions
by Gene C. Colman | Mar 9, 2023 | Family Law
Ontario Superior Court Justice Wailan Low wrote of Winners and Losers: “This collection gives a front-row seat onto the field of battle.” While I agree with Justice Low, this amalgam of chapter vignettes from retired lawyer and literary artist, Darlene Madott, is so...
Tackling 3 common spousal support issues
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Feb 24, 2023 | Spousal Support
Paying your ex support is probably not high on your list of things you want to do after your relationship ends. However, for many couples, spousal support or alimony will be a factor in their split. Knowing some common issues that can arise regarding this matter can...
What is parallel parenting?
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Feb 17, 2023 | Child Custody, Parental Alienation, Parenting Time Access
In an ideal world, divorced or separated parents would continue to parent their children in a peaceful, unified manner. They would set the same rules, offer the same structure and pass on the same values and beliefs. However, this can't always happen. In some cases,...
What might a long-distance parenting plan look like?
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Feb 17, 2023 | Child Custody, Dispute Resolution, Equal Shared Parenting, Long Distance Parenting, Parenting Time Access
After divorce, life can take you and your ex in very different directions, metaphorically and geographically. You might live here in Ontario, but your ex might relocate to another province or country after your split. If you are a parent, you should know how to create...
3 voices you must listen to during a family law dispute
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Feb 17, 2023 | Dispute Resolution, Family Law
If you are getting divorced, you likely hear a lot of people telling you a lot of things. Your spouse, family, friends and even strangers on the internet can fill your head with suggestions and opinions. Amid all these voices, it can be hard to know who to listen to....
The Advantages of Resolving Matrimonial Disputes Using “Collaborative Law”
by Gene C. Colman | Feb 10, 2023 | Dispute Resolution, Family Law
Introduction When a marriage or relationship ends, the process can often be long, costly and emotionally draining. In traditional family law proceedings, separate lawyers represent the two sides; the lawyers square off on their clients' behalf – whether in court or in...
Risks of ‘full access’ custody arrangements
On Behalf of Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre | Jan 8, 2023 | Child Custody, Equal Shared Parenting, Parenting Time Access
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?...
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