The Collaborative Divorce Process Collaborative divorce refers to the process of spouses working together to settle the terms of their divorce outside of court. Collaborative divorce is voluntary and normally means that negotiations remain amicable and address the interests of both parties through joint agreements. The Collaborative Team A collaborative team is assembled upon the …
Read MoreThere is a common misconception among separating parties that, when their children are “old enough,” they will be able to decide which parent to live with. Well – this is not exactly how it works. In short: a child’s views and preferences are one of several factors the courts will consider and weigh in determining …
Read MoreSummary Every case requires a unique and personalized approach to minimizing conflict during a separation or divorce. Some matters have a conflict that derives from differing parenting styles, whereas other cases have issues such as suspected alienation that may be the driving force of the conflict. Each issue has a unique solution that should be …
Read MoreWith the passing of The Civil Marriages Act in 2005, same sex marriage was finally legalized in Canada. The laws with respect to same-sex (married) couples who are in the process of a separation and/or divorce are identical to heterosexual married couples as long as the parties reside primarily in Canada. For more information on …
Read MoreThe Parallels: The Enforceability and Application of Religious Marriage Contracts Upon Dissolution of Marriage in Ontario By: Samah Rahman and Jeffrey Mammon At Gelman & Associates, our family law lawyers have experience in handling family law matters for people of all faiths. In fact, our family law lawyers come from various different backgrounds and faiths …
Read MoreDivorce is a complex and emotionally charged process that can be significantly more challenging when one of the parties involved exhibits narcissistic traits. Narcissists often engage in manipulative, controlling, and abusive behavior, making the divorce process not only difficult but potentially harmful to the emotional and financial well-being of their partner. In such cases, hiring …
Read MoreWhat Is Narcissism? ‘Narcissism’ has become somewhat of a catch-all vogue term casually thrown around, particularly in the realm of family law. In our social-media frenzied culture where we all have degrees in Googling and Wikipedia, it has become a popular adjective to describe an ex, while the actual medical diagnosis of “Narcissist Personality Disorder” …
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 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 MoreA divorce brings forth many questions and challenges, and one of the most critical aspects to consider is how decision-making responsibility and parenting time will be allocated for your child as per the Children’s Law Reform Act or the Divorce Act. Determining these aspects is a crucial decision that can profoundly impact your child’s well-being …
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