Marriage and family are central to most major world religions—but what happens when your ex marries outside your common faith and subjects your kids to outside influences? Since you cannot control what he or she does, what rights do you have? When faith is involved, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. In some cases, people resolve their …
Read MoreParents in Ontario have a positive obligation to support their children under the both the Family Law Act and the Divorce Act. When the children are under the age of majority, the amount of support payable by a parent is simple to calculate as it is based on a Child Support Table. The Table amount …
Read MoreOnce you’ve wrapped up all the loose ends with your Richmond Hill divorce lawyer and your marriage is over, it’s reasonable to expect that both you and your ex will move on. When that happens, you may have to deal with new people coming into your kids’ lives—including new half-siblings. If your ex is expecting, …
Read MoreThe sun is shining, the kids are out of school, and… you’re not sure where to begin. Between kids, work and meetings with your Richmond Hill divorce lawyer, as well as your other obligations, you might feel like you’ll be stretched pretty thin. With the right plan in place, though, you can have a great …
Read MoreBeing a step-parent is tough; it’s equally tough being a biological parent whose children have a step-parent. Your Barrie divorce lawyer would inform you that sticky situations are commonplace when you are part of a blended family, so finding a way to deal with them—fast—is the best route to take. Most experts suggest having an …
Read MoreIf you’re like most parents, you want to make time with your kids extra-special. Whether the custody agreement you have crafted with your Barrie divorce lawyer says that the kids are with you every weekend, every other weekend or one weekend a month, you probably try to pack in as much quality interaction as possible. …
Read MoreWhen you’re going through a divorce, it’s hard to process all the emotions that you experience. The last thing on your mind might be forgiveness—but with time, you might find it’s the final step you need to take before moving on. Whether you have just had an initial consultation with a Mississauga divorce lawyer or …
Read MoreIf you’re still living with your ex, whether you’re still navigating the separation process with the help of a Mississauga divorce lawyer or you’ve already completed your divorce and share the same roof for financial reasons, you’re bound to face some sticky situations. But what happens when another adult is thrown into the mix—like when …
Read MoreDuring or after a divorce, co-parenting can be tough. It’s hard to keep both parents on the same page when it comes to kids’ schedules, healthcare and mutual decision-making, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Your Toronto divorce lawyer may suggest that you and your ex create a parenting plan that will help …
Read MoreMany people with controlling exes once had controlling spouses. In fact, that’s what landed many of them in a Toronto divorce lawyer’s office in the first place. Since you are either in the process of a divorce or you’re already on your own, it’s reasonable to expect your ex will back off. But what if …
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