Hearing your partner tell you they want a divorce can be devastating if you were not expecting it. While this is indeed a tumultuous, disorienting time, what you do and do not do in the immediate aftermath of your spouse's decision can significantly impact the future....
Dr. Richard Warshak recently posted a short piece on the Institute for Family Studies web site. This one to two minute read highlights the new research on P.A. Dr. Warshak educates us with a concise summary of what’s happening these days in the P.A. research world....
Studies and surveys show that equal shared parenting after divorce or separation is often in a child's best interests. And many parents are willing or eager to share parenting time and responsibilities. That said, the increasing support for equal shared parenting...
A divorce can make you feel out of control. If you feel that the situation is becoming unmanageable, know there are some things you can do to get back on track and in control. Talk to your lawyer The divorce process can feel incredibly overwhelming and confusing,...
Parents have a responsibility to support their children economically, and child support orders specify these arrangements when parents divorce or separate. While calculators online can help you get an idea of what you or your child's other parent may need to pay,...
Proper valuations are essential to dividing property and calculating equalization payments in Ontario. Mistakes that result in undervaluing or overvaluing property can create significant financial and legal headaches. As such, it is crucial to avoid them, including...
Millions of people in Ontario own at least one pet. These animals can be a source of companionship and love, but they can also be a source of stress when pet owners split up. We have discussed pet custody on this blog in the past, including a post on what makes pet...
Spousal support can provide critical financial resources for someone after a couple divorces or separates. However, it can be a heated topic, so it can be helpful to consider some tips before you and your partner or soon-to-be-ex talk about it. One thing everyone...
Protecting your child's rights to spend time with you and making decisions for them is vital from the 'get go' in family law cases. Unfortunately, the process can be complicated and contentious if parents disagree on parenting responsibilities and time sharing. Rest...
Sharing parental responsibilities and time equally is normally in a child's best interests. The benefits of equal parenting time are well-known, and the fact is that the vast majority of Canadians support a legislated presumption for equal shared parenting (absent...
