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...
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...
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. ...
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...
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