Pet Ownership During a Separation or Divorce in Ontario The emotional turmoil that comes with a separation or divorce can be heightened when one’s cherished pets are involved. This is especially true when it is unclear who will maintain custody of the pet. Disputes over pet ownership are not technically considered ‘custody’ disputes at all. …
Read MoreWe spoke with Claire McDowell, a family lawyer with Gelman & Associates, about the impact of divorce on children. Please note that this article is intended as an overview on a subject in family law, and is not intended as legal advice. For legal advice regarding matters of divorce, we recommend you schedule a consultation …
Read MoreMany parents do not realize that the community that your child(ren) are born into and are raised to be a part of, whether geographical or social, can play a significant role in parenting issues upon the separation and/or divorce of parties, particularly when one party makes the decision to move with the children in tow. …
Read MoreWe asked Evan Clemence, family lawyer at Gelman & Associates, some commonly asked questions about how religious differences impact family law proceedings in Ontario. Please be advised that these answers are not intended as legal advice, but rather as an introductory overview on a legal subject. For legal advice regarding how religious differences impact family law …
Read MoreWe spoke with Gabrielle Pop-Lazic, a Senior Lawyer with Gelman & Associates, on the subject of how to modify existing decision-making responsibility or support Orders in Ontario. Please note that this article is intended as an overview on the subject of family law, and is not intended as legal advice. For legal advice regarding decision-making …
Read MoreThe following is meant as an introductory legal overview of a topic and is not legal advice. For legal advice about your particular circumstances, please contact our office to book a consultation appointment. The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness, but for newly separated parents, it can bring unique challenges. Coordinating schedules, …
Read MoreThe following is meant as an introductory overview with legal information, not legal advice. If you are in Ontario and are seeking legal advice with respect to your matter, please contact us to set up a consultation appointment. Navigating legal matters involving a narcissistic ex-partner can be an incredibly challenging experience. These individuals often exhibit …
Read MoreWe spoke with family lawyer Claire McDowell about some commonly-asked questions on family mediation in Ontario. Please be advised that these answers are not intended as legal advice, but rather as an introductory overview on a legal subject. For legal advice regarding family mediation Ontario, we recommend consulting with an Ontario family lawyer. Contact us …
Read MoreBy: Claire McDowell The following is not intended as legal advice, but rather as an introductory overview on a legal subject. For legal advice regarding your own separation, we recommend consulting with an Ontario family law lawyer. Please contact us to schedule a consultation with Gelman & Associates today. The media has been publishing story …
Read MoreBy: Claire McDowell The following contains legal information and not legal advice. Should you need legal advice pertaining to your matter and are within Ontario, please contact our office for a free consultation appointment. Often times, when commencing the process of separating, and ultimately divorcing from your spouse, people will have consultations with family lawyers …
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