Family Law Blog: Separation & Divorce

The Importance of Obtaining Independent Legal Advice in a Family Law Dispute
See why getting independent legal advice can be crucial in Ontario family disputes.

Can an ADHD Be Used to Set Aside a Family Court Order?
A court recently dealt with whether an order obligating sale of a matrimonial home should be set aside due to hardships claimed by the wife, including ADHD.

Divorce and Social Media
Did you know social media can negatively impact your separation or divorce? Call our social media divorce lawyers in Toronto to learn your legal options.

Can I Sue My Ex’s Mistress for Damages?
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice was asked to determine the potential legal viability of a wife’s lawsuit against her common-law husband’s mistress.

Email Communications After Divorce: Be Careful What You Send
An Ontario court outlined how e-mails can negatively affect a childcare dispute between divorced parents, in this case, leading to a finding of contempt.

Second Marriage: Court Relies on Financial Statements from First Divorce During Second Divorce
A court relied on documents and financial disclosure from a husband’s previous divorce proceedings, to decide on his net worth in his second divorce.

The Reality of Costs in Family Law Disputes
A recent decision provides divorcing parents with a cautionary tale about allowing outstanding disputes to get out of control and racking up huge costs.

Removal of Counsel from Record in Family Law Proceedings
An Ontario court recently commented on interference with a party’s choice of counsel in family law disputes, and dismissed a request to remove counsel.

It’s Okay if Your Ex Never Apologizes
Learn why an apology isn’t always needed for closure and acceptance after a separation or divorce.

What a CDFA Can Do For You
Learn how a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) can help in your separation or divorce.
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