We asked Paul Slan, a lawyer and the Director of Professional Development at Gelman & Associates, some commonly asked questions about collaborative divorce 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 collaborative divorce in Ontario, we …
Read MoreIntimate partner violence is an enduring societal concern that encompasses a range of abuses, from physical violence to psychological manipulation. Acknowledging the significance of addressing this issue, the Ontario Court of Appeal recently dealt with a crucial case that revolved around the creation of a new tort for family violence. In Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, 2023 …
Read MoreWe asked Evan Clemence, family law lawyer at Gelman & Associates, some commonly asked questions about 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 family law proceedings in Ontario, we recommend consulting with …
Read MoreWe asked Paul Slan, a lawyer and the Director of Professional Development at Gelman & Associates, some commonly asked questions about creating a parenting plan during a divorce or separation 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 …
Read MoreWe asked Evan Clemence, family law lawyer at Gelman & Associates, some commonly asked questions about procedural fairness in family law cases 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 more information regarding procedural fairness in family law cases …
Read MoreTravelling with children can be an exciting and enriching experience, allowing families to create lasting memories and explore new horizons together. However, amidst the excitement, it is crucial to be aware of the legal considerations and requirements that accompany travelling with minors. Parental consent forms and child passport applications play a pivotal role in ensuring …
Read MoreWe spoke with Gabrielle Pop-Lazic, a Toronto family lawyer with Gelman & Associates, on the subject of the child’s best interests in family law in Ontario. Please note that this article is intended as an introductory overview, and not intended to be taken as legal advice. For legal advice regarding a child’s best interests with …
Read MoreWe spoke with Paul Slan, family lawyer and Director of Professional Development at Gelman & Associates, about spousal support in Ontario. Please note that the following is not intended to be taken as legal advice, but rather as a general overview on a legal topic. If you are seeking legal advice regarding a spousal support …
Read MoreWe spoke with Lisa Gelman, founder of Gelman & Associates, about the process of dividing a business during a divorce in Ontario. For over 20 years, Gelman & Associates have been helping individuals with family law matters including business and corporation owners. Please note that the answers are not intended to act as legal advice, …
Read MoreIt’s becoming more common for couples to explore the idea of entering into a pre-nuptial agreement: a domestic contract that is entered into prior to the marriage. However, many couples still see getting a pre-nuptial agreement as setting the marriage up for failure as you are basically planning what is going to happen upon the …
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