Category: Gelman Blog Posts

The process of separation and divorce forces one to make what seems like an endless stream of decisions, many of which are fueled by emotions. At such a time, the need to make prudent tax and financial decisions often takes second place, leading many down a path where the financial impact of a separation and …

Whether you are actively looking for a new home or just anticipating a move, here are some helpful tips to consider during your search: 1. What are the neighbours like? Take time to get a feel for the locals and how you might fit in. Does the area attract empty nesters and retirees, for example, …

When divorce physically separates a family, it can be tough to make one-on-one connections. Most families settle on visitation schedules, pickups and drop-offs, and other get-together times with the help of their lawyers before their divorces are final… but even the best-laid plans don’t always work out. When Visits are Impossible Some families turn to …

“The only constant in life is change“.  And there is no question that the end of a relationship is a huge change.  But what if instead of fearing all the change in your post-relationship life, you embrace the opportunities?!  What if you shift your perspective…? Permission To Focus on You Most of us are so …

Gelman & Associates is a boutique law firm specializing in family law. With five offices located throughout the GTA, the firm provides advice in all areas of family law including child custody, support, access, property division, separation and marriage agreements. Gelman & Associates prides itself on its expertise, professionalism and collegial work environment. Due to …

January 2014 – Issue 1 Mapping Out Your Finances When people hear the word “divorce”, they often only think of the emotional impact that they will be experiencing, and forget about the financial implications of starting over. It is still common in many relationships, where only one spouse is in charge of money matters while …

Marriage is susceptible to all kinds of pressures; some internal and some external. Sometimes one partner goes outside the marriage to fulfill emotional or sexual needs—but what leads to cheating, and can it be prevented? Psychologists are locked in a constant battle over what constitutes cheating and whether one spouse can stop the other from …

Stress and anxiety are not just common. For many of us, it’s a way of life. We live in a very fast paced society that tends to demand that we be consistently ‘connected’. Instead of working less, we are working more. In fact, it seems that our brains are forever being stimulated. Can you even …

Real estate, at least the buying and selling of it, is an emotional subject at the best of times. In my twenty-one years as a licensed Realtor® I’ve noticed that even those that don’t own (or have never owned) a piece of real estate, have strong opinions. Throw in a marriage or domestic partnership break …

When people hear the word “divorce”, they often only think of the emotional impact that they will be experiencing, and forget about the financial implications of starting over. It is still common in many relationships, where only one spouse is in charge of money matters while the other spouse has minimal participation.  Either way, a …