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What To Do If Your Ex-Spouse Is Not Following a Custody or Access Order

We spoke with Gabrielle Pop-Lazic, a lawyer with Gelman & Associates, on the subject of what to do if your ex-spouse is not following a custody or access order.  Please note that this article is intended as an overview on the subject of family law, and is not intended as legal advice. For legal advice …

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Determining Decision-Making Responsibility and Parenting Time After Divorce

A 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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Co-Parenting Tips for a Spooktacular Halloween

Halloween, with its costumes, candy, and spooky fun, is a much-anticipated holiday for kids. If you’re co-parenting, ensuring that your children have a fantastic and stress-free Halloween, regardless of which parent they’re with, is essential.  Here are some valuable co-parenting tips for creating a spooktacular celebration: Plan Ahead: Start by coordinating with your co-parent well …

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What Happens When You Go to Court During a Divorce

We asked Evan Clemence, a family law lawyer at Gelman & Associates, what happens when you go to Court during a 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 the divorce process in Ontario, we …

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Navigating Separation with an Unwilling Spouse

By: Claire McDowell The following blog post is meant for information purposes only. It is not legal advice. To discuss your particular matter with a family law lawyer, please contact us to book a consultation.  Moving forward with a Separation when one spouse is unwilling and/or does not want to separate can be an extremely …

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What Is the Difference Between Settling Out of Court vs. Going to Court for a Divorce?

We asked Evan Clemence, family law specialist lawyer at Gelman & Associates, some commonly asked questions about the divorce process 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 the divorce process in Ontario, we recommend consulting …

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Should you opt for Separation, Annulment, or Divorce?

By: Claire McDowell  There is a common misunderstanding of the process for divorce in Ontario family Courts. In order to properly understand which of the available options in ending your marriage are right for you, whether separation, annulment, or divorce, it is imperative that the parties involved understand the difference.  Annulment is an option available …

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Collaborative Divorce: How to Make Your Separation Easier in Ontario

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 …

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Navigating Legal Landscapes: Ontario Court of Appeal’s Stance on the Family Violence & Torts

Intimate 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 …

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