Child custody and access are often significant issues when parents separate or divorce. It becomes even more complicated when one parent wants to move further away from the other parent with the child. Canadian courts typically favour a parenting plan where both parents have equal time with a child. However, that can become a problem …
Read MoreChild custody and access are often significant issues when parents separate or divorce. It becomes even more complicated when one parent wants to move further away from the other parent with the child. Canadian courts typically favour a parenting plan where both parents have equal time with a child. However, that can become a problem …
Read MoreA divorce is always difficult for everyone involved, especially if there are children. The emotional impact of a failed marriage is unavoidable, even when the separation is amicable. However, when there is a conflict between spouses, which is usually the case, the road to divorce becomes much rougher. The usual result is a contested divorce. …
Read MoreIn divorce proceedings, the court usually awards child custody to one of the parents. This limits the other parent to only having visitation rights. In some cases, both parents are able to reach an agreement by themselves on which one should get custody. This is the more amicable route. However, it is also common for …
Read MoreA contentious relationship between spouses or partners after divorce or separation can often lead to getting back at each other. In cases where there are children involved, custody usually becomes the focus of disagreements. While most parents choose to battle it out in court, some will simply take the child or children and hide them …
Read MoreWriting a separation agreement is not an easy task. There are several things you need to know and consider. To be sure, get the help of a family lawyer.
Read MoreLearn about grandparent’s rights for visitation and parenting time in Ontario. Contact a Gelman & Associates family lawyer for a free consultation.
Read MoreIn 2020, roughly 2.71 million people filed for a legal divorce in Canada. The number has been steadily rising since 2000, when 1.88 million people filed for divorce in the country. With the increasing number of divorcees in Canada, more and more children are becoming victims of broken homes. Additionally, co-parenting can also be a …
Read MoreRead this guide from Gelman & Associates on the mistakes to avoid when dealing with a divorce. Consult a family lawyer now about divorce or separation.
Read MoreAfter deciding to end your marriage, the real work towards doing so begins. For some, the immediate step is to obtain legal representation and begin to communicate with your soon-to-be ex-spouse through lawyers. However, prior to your case ending up in court, you will have the opportunity to decide if mediation may be a good …
Read MoreIf you or your current partner previously had a divorce from a former marriage and the divorce was done outside Canada, you will be needing a Foreign Divorce Opinion Letter before you can marry each other in Ontario, Canada. Note that this may also apply in case of “annulment of marriage” obtained from a foreign …
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