For some, going through a divorce is the most stressful experience of their lives. At Gelman & Associates, whether your matter is simple or complex, we treat each client as an individual and will work with you and the legal system to make sure your rights are protected and that your needs are met. Separation …
Read MoreIn Canada, The Civil Marriages Act was enacted in 2005 to extend to same-sex couples the legal capacity to marry for civil purposes. This was the last step in the long process to enable same-sex couples to marry in Canada… [Read More]
Read MoreIt is becoming more and more popular for couples to choose to enter into common law relationships. A common law relationship is one where two people live together and share their lives, but they are not legally married… [Read More]
Read MoreThe Divorce Act provides four situations in which someone seeking a divorce will be prohibited from doing so. Those four circumstances exist where there is collusion, connivance, condonation, or where there is an absence of reasonable arrangements for child support… [Read More]
Read MoreDivorce has an impact on almost every aspect of your life; it affects you financially, it affects your children, it affects your relationship with your family and friends, it can even take a toll on your reputation at work or in the community. Often people get wrapped up in the logistics, such as the legal …
Read MoreCommon Law Relationships – The Basics According to the latest census, the number of common law relationships in Canada continues to surge. As this trend shows little sign of slowing down, it is important for common law couples to understand their rights, especially if the relationship should end, and seek the advice of a Toronto …
Read MoreCommon Law Relationships – The Details According to the latest census, the number of common law relationships in Canada continues to surge. As this trend shows little sign of slowing down, it is important for common law couples to understand their rights, especially if the relationship should end, and seek the advice of a Toronto …
Read MoreFor more information please read “Same Sex Divorce in Canada” Canada’s divorce laws made worldwide news in 2012 and sparked an international debate about same-sex marriage and understanding same-sex divorce. The source of this controversy was Canada’s Civil Marriage Act. As known to every Toronto divorce lawyer, the federal legislation was enacted in 2005 and …
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