The equalization of net family property is triggered “when a divorce is granted or a marriage is declared a nullity, or when spouses are separated and there is no reasonable prospect that they will resume cohabitation” (s. 5 (1) Act). However, if the spouses are cohabiting and have not yet separated, a court can still …
Read MoreDivision of assets at the end of a marriage can be extremely complex and confusing. It is important that you understand your rights and receive the best advice from your Toronto divorce lawyer. As explained in the article Distribution of Property in Ontario: The Basics: When a marriage is dissolved, each partner is entitled to …
Read MoreIt 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 MoreDistribution of Property in Ontario: The Basics Distribution of property in Ontario is not as simple as people believe it to be. Sometimes, people have the misconception that each asset or debt shared between married spouses is looked at separately and divided equally. The law in Ontario, however, takes a more global approach to property …
Read MorePension Issues and Divorce Your pension, or that of your spouse, is treated the same way as any other property accumulated in the marriage. Specifically, any growth in the pension over the time you are married is split evenly between the spouses. Pensions are sometimes the most valuable asset to be divided. The problem with …
Read MoreDistribution of Property in Ontario: The Details Distribution of property in Ontario is not as simple as people believe it to be. Sometimes, people have the misconception that each asset or debt shared between married spouses is looked at separately and divided equally. The law in Ontario, however, takes a more global approach to property division in …
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