Blending families through remarriage can be exciting and full of love, but it also comes with unique challenges. One valuable tool that can help ensure a smoother transition is a marital contract. It might not sound romantic, but a prenuptial agreement or marital...
Family Law
Avoiding common mistakes in asset division during divorce
Divorce isn’t easy, and figuring out who gets what can be the most complicated part. If you’re in Ontario, knowing how property division works and watching out for common slip-ups are vital to reaching fair outcomes. Understanding property division in Ontario In...
Supporting your child’s relationships amid divorce
Divorce can be a turbulent journey not only for couples but also for their children. Amidst this sea of change, it is crucial for parents to pursue solutions that support their children's well-being. Prioritizing the preservation of positive relationships is one way...
Short- and long-term benefits of mediating a divorce
Mediation is a common dispute resolution method for Canadians ending a marriage. This process involves two parties negotiating issues related to a split with the help of parties like a mediator and individual lawyers. Mediation can have several benefits now and in the...
Tips for talking about a prenup with your partner
If you are getting married, your focus is likely on what lies ahead for you as a couple. While most of your thoughts should be full of promise and hope, it is important to also be pragmatic and remember that no one can predict the future. Because of this, one thing...
Can I change our parenting time arrangements?
Parenting time arrangements are critical in families' lives after divorce or separation. They give parents and children a sense of stability and predictability, which can be crucial after a parental split. However, things can and do change after some time. Kids get...
5 factors that can work against a parent seeking parenting time
No parent is perfect, but it can feel like you need to be if you are seeking parenting time and decision-making responsibilities after divorce or separation. However, the fact is that personal shortcomings and mistakes in your past do not automatically make you a bad...
People who can help you divorce outside of court
It is not unusual for people to imagine the divorce process as spouses fighting in front of a judge. However, the reality is often very different from this. Not only do most people never set foot in a courtroom, but the process is generally more collaborative than...
4 important tips for mediating your divorce
Mediation is the process most people will rely on when ending their marriage with a divorce. Thus, if you are divorcing, chances are that mediation will play a role in the process. Below, we offer some helpful tips for making the most out of the mediation process. Tip...
How important are witnesses during a divorce?
The answer to the question posed above is that witnesses could be crucial in a divorce. They may have valuable insights and opinions that help individuals and courts make a range of decisions. That said, witnesses are not involved in every divorce. So, when are...