Gelman & Associates has been proudly assisting Ontarians with child support matters for over 20 years. We sat down with family lawyer Paul Slan and interviewed him on commonly asked questions with respect to child support in Ontario. Please note that every situation has their own set of unique circumstances and the answers provided below …
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 …
Read MoreWhen you’re going through a separation, having the right mediator can make all the difference in the experience you have and how conflict is resolved between you and your soon-to-be former spouse. Not every mediator will be the right one for you, but there are a few things you can do to help you choose …
Read MoreAny divorce can be stressful and emotionally draining. But they can be especially difficult and even intimidating if one of the partners refuses to let go of the marriage. If you are in a marriage where there is any abuse and your partner refuses to change, the marriage can quickly fall apart, but getting your …
Read MoreDivorce or separation can be made particularly challenging when there are substantial financial assets to divide. Working with a family lawyer can help make sure a high net-worth divorce is conducted fairly. Read more here, and contact us today to see how Gelman & Associates might be of help to you.
Read MoreFor many people, ending a relationship and/or a marriage is among the most difficult times of their life. Especially in situations where the spouses may not agree on the terms of their separation, the assistance of a family lawyer can be pivotal. Click here to read more, and learn how Gelman & Associates might help.
Read MoreWritten by: Carolyn Chambers The following article is legal information and not legal advice. Should you require legal advice on your family law issue, please contact us to book a free consultation appointment. If you want to proceed to obtain a Divorce, you need to complete Form 8A: Application (Divorce). This is the form you …
Read MoreWritten by: Galia Amoils Treating your pet as if they were part of the family has become the status quo in North American homes. However, in the context of divorce, what do the Courts have to say on the subject? HOW COURTS VIEW PETS IN FAMILY LAW MATTERS Justice R.W. Danyliuk of the Court of …
Read MoreWritten by: Annette Nyland The short answer is yes, but the decision allowing spouses to be awarded damages for abuse and/or domestic violence is being appealed. The Divorce Act was amended in March 2021 and the definition of family violence now includes “a pattern of coercive and controlling behaviour” and conduct that “causes the plaintiff …
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