Written 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 …
Read MoreWritten by: Jessica Lipton DISCLAIMER – This article contains legal information, not legal advice. If you are looking for advice about your particular matter, please contact our office at 1-844-769-0737 to book a free consultation appointment. An uncontested divorce is a court proceeding where the parties are mutually seeking a divorce, and have agreed on …
Read MoreRelocating with or without your child is not as simple as packing your bags and leaving. Relocation cases are some of the most difficult cases to predict how a Court will decide, as ultimately, the consideration for the court is whether the relocation is in the child’s best interests. The court will consider a variety …
Read MoreThe holidays can be difficult for separated families. It may be impossible for children to celebrate the holidays with both parents. Splitting these special times for the children with your ex can be one of the most challenging steps in a separation or divorce. At Gelman & Associates, we want to make sure you and …
Read MoreIn Canada, the breakdown of a marriage as a basis for divorce can be established in 3 different ways according to the Divorce Act. First, it can be proven by establishing that the spouses have lived separate and apart for one year. Second, if one spouse has committed adultery. Third, if physical or mental cruelty …
Read MoreIn Ontario, a separation is when two people who have been living together as either married or common-law decide to end their relationship and live apart. However, in some instances the two individuals may not necessarily need to live in separate dwellings. The courts recognize that due to financial reasons, a couple may be considered …
Read MoreDivorce is a taxing process – emotionally, physically, financially, and socially. No matter the reason for the divorce or the state of your relationship with your ex, your entire world has likely been turned upside down and there is no point in pretending you are going to feel normal at this time. Doing your …
Read MoreDivorce and the division of assets are anything but simple. While Ontario law requires that assets be distributed equitably, there are cases in which one spouse is the legal title holder of a piece of property that ends up benefiting them unfairly as a result. In these cases, courts turn to an equitable remedy in …
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