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Family Law Blog: Domestic Contracts

Domestic Contracts
October 1, 2026

Common Mistakes People Make When Creating a Prenuptial Agreement

Learn common prenuptial agreement mistakes in Ontario, including poor financial disclosure, rushed signing, lack of legal advice and invalid terms.

Pre-Marriage Counselling and Legal Agreements: The Importance of Setting Expectations Early
July 23, 2025

Pre-Marriage Counselling and Legal Agreements: The Importance of Setting Expectations Early

Set expectations early with pre-marriage counselling and a prenuptial agreement. Speak to our Toronto family lawyers about your options today.

Prenuptial Agreements for Second Marriages & Blended Families in Ontario
April 24, 2025

Prenuptial Agreements For Second Marriages & Blended Families In Ontario

Learn how Ontario prenups can address second marriages, blended families, children from prior relationships, established assets and estate planning.

Protecting Inheritance In Prenuptial and Marriage Agreements
September 23, 2024

Protecting Inheritance In Prenuptial and Marriage Agreements

A prenup or marriage contract can help protect an inheritance by setting clear terms for ownership, sharing, and treatment if the relationship ends.

Navigating Cohabitation: What to Consider When Preparing a Cohabitation Agreement
July 16, 2024

Navigating Cohabitation: What to Consider When Preparing a Cohabitation Agreement

Learn about cohabitation agreements in Ontario with Gelman & Associates. Protect your rights and assets. Read more here.

Domestic Contracts
February 7, 2022

The Difference Between Prenuptial Agreement, Marriage Contract and Cohabitation Agreement

Understand the key differences between prenups, marriage contracts, and cohabitation agreements in Ontario.

What Happens When You Void a Cohabitation Agreement
November 30, 2021

What Happens When You Void a Cohabitation Agreement

Protection of rights in a relationship is important for common-law couples. Learn about the cohabitation agreement and how it can help common-law couples.

Domestic Contracts
November 10, 2021

Understanding Prenups from a Businessperson’s Perspective

Discover why business owners should consider a prenuptial agreement before marriage.

Domestic Contracts
June 21, 2021

What is a Marriage Contract in Ontario? Benefits, Terms, and Requirements

Learn what a marriage contract is in Ontario, what it can include, its benefits, legal requirements, and when an agreement may be challenged.

Domestic Contracts
November 11, 2020

Marriage Contracts and Limitation Periods

Are marriage contracts subject to a limitation period? In a recent case, the Ontario Court of Appeal (OCA) grappled with this very question.

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