It is possible to handle all of your issues alone and on how to file for divorce in Ontario without a lawyer. The Department of Justice has laid out all the essential forms and procedures on its website, and they can be found on our site as well. This guide will help walk you through …
Read MoreChoosing a Lawyer One of the most important decisions you will make when you are getting a divorce is determining who your lawyer will be. This is not an easy decision and not one which should be taken lightly. Some things you may want to think about are discussed below. What kind of lawyer do …
Read MoreHere is a selection of books that make divorce easier for kids. Many of our clients have found them helpful. Starred selections are rated as top choices. * My Family’s Changing: A First Look at Family Break Up (First Look at Books) By: Pat Thomas, Lesley Harker (Illustrator) When Mom and Dad Divorce: An Elf …
Read MoreDoes my child get to live where he wants? Depending on both the quality of your family relationships and the degree of court or other third-party involvement with your marital separation, the complicated answers to that straightforward question can be “yes” or “not necessarily”. When is the answer “yes, the child gets to decide”? In …
Read MoreCustody refers to the right to make major decisions about your child/ren. Where one parent has sole custody, that parent alone makes all major decisions about the child. Where the parents have joint custody, the parents are to make decisions about the child/ren together. Custody is different from residence. Residence refers to with whom the child/ren …
Read MoreBe sure to speak with your divorce lawyer as soon as possible to ensure that the best interests of your child/ren are addressed and that your rights are protected. Custody refers to the right to make major decisions about your child/ren. When one parent has sole custody, that parent alone makes all major decisions about the …
Read MoreIt is no surprise that a hard-fought custody battle between two parents can become unfriendly, at best. One of the small ironies of this is that it is rarely the big, life-altering issues that cause the greatest amount of conflict. Parents are more likely to argue over where they will meet to exchange the child/ren or whether one can …
Read MoreGetting a divorce can be a tough decision to make. The divorce process can be complex and emotionally draining work that could take weeks, even months, to settle. But a family court may help settle any disputes between a married couple during a divorce. However, there are a lot of things to consider before going …
Read MoreThe Price of Divorce There are different types of fees to consider when seeking a divorce. You will have take into account lawyer fees, court fees, government fees as well as any additional amounts for filing court documents. Lawyer Fees The exact lawyer fee will vary with the services you require. Most law firms, including ours, …
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