Family Law Blog: Marriage & Common Law
Common Law vs. Marriage in Ontario: What is the Difference?
Learn what common law means in Ontario and Canada, how it differs from marriage, and how property, support, parenting, and estate rights can differ.
Common Law Separation & Division of Property in Ontario
Learn what common law spouses are entitled to in Ontario after separation, including property rights, asset division, the family home, and unjust enrichment.
Common Law Spouses and Claims for Constructive Trust
The Ontario Court of Appeal recently addressed the question of when a common law partner’s claim for constructive trust interest in a home may be allowed.
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