Grandparents and Child Custody Sadly, sometimes one or both biological parents are unfit, unable or unwilling to raise their own children due to capacity issues, financial and/or physical hardships, or else some other unique set of circumstances that prevent them from adequately and safely caring for their children. That’s when grandparents and child custody might …
Read MoreFalse Allegations During Divorce Proceedings Unfortunately, from time to time, when a marriage breaks down, some spouses take the dramatic step of making false allegations during divorce proceedings against the other spouse. Particularly during highly contested custody battles. To be sure, domestic violence is a terrible crime and continues to be a significant societal concern …
Read MoreSeparation Without a Court Battle When couples decide to separate, many questions begin to swirl. What would the impact of a divorce be on the children?; should the house be put on the market?; How much is a Court case going to cost?; and could this separation bankrupt both parties? It is rarely easy to …
Read MoreWhat Is Shared Parenting Time? Under the Divorce Act, shared parenting time is an arrangement where a child would spend at least 40 percent of their time with each parent. This was formerly referred to as a shared custody arrangement or a shared custody situation. Shared parenting time is different from decision-making responsibility. A custodial …
Read MoreAs the best interests of the child is a fluid concept and constantly changing, it is not surprising that custody orders occasionally need to be modified to address these changes. It is important to keep in mind, however, that the fact that a child is growing and maturing does not on its face constitute a …
Read More“Best Interests of the Child”: What does this really mean? In making a custody determination, the polar star that guides the court’s decision is the best interests of the child. This concept of the best interests of the child is a legal standard, and in order to apply it to your custody proceedings, a judge …
Read MoreEvery divorce is different and has its own unique set of circumstances. Sometimes parties to a divorce simply realize they have grown apart and amicably decide to go their separate ways. Other situations are more contentious. While it is preferable for parties to be able to work out family law issues by reaching amicable agreements …
Read MoreDivorce, and divorce related proceedings are emotionally draining. Not only are you and your former spouse dealing with the logistics of separating your finances and property, and figuring out an arrangement for your children, but you are also experiencing extreme emotions. (For an in depth discussion about the emotional aspects of divorce, see this article …
Read MoreToronto divorce lawyers are aware that there are many different reasons why couples decide to end their marriage. Some divorces are acrimonious and others are amicable. Nonetheless, when children are involved, all divorces become a little more complicated. Although your marriage is over, your family is not. Co-parenting can be a difficult endeavour, but can …
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