Divorce and Bankruptcy: What Happens If One Spouse Files?
What Happens to Joint Debts If One Spouse Files Bankruptcy? In Ontario, joint debts remain a serious concern when one spouse files for
How Courts Address a Child’s Refusal to Visit One Parent in Ontario
Does a Child Get to Decide? a) No Fixed Age Rule In Ontario, there is no specific age at which a child can simply decide to refuse visits with a
How Judges Evaluate Credibility in Ontario Divorce Trials
What Does “Credibility” Mean in a Legal Context? In Ontario divorce trials, “credibility” refers to how believable and trustworthy a witness
How Marriage Contracts Affect Estate Planning in Ontario
Marriage Contracts under Ontario Law In Ontario, marriage contracts are governed by Part IV of the Family Law Act (Ontario), which addresses
When Children Testify in Divorce Cases
The Legal Framework in Ontario In Ontario, the question of whether a child may testify in a divorce case is guided by both federal and provincial
Matrimonial Home in Ontario
Key Takeaways A matrimonial home is the home a married couple ordinarily lived in at separation, and it has special legal rules in Ontario. Both
Best Interests of the Child in Ontario
Key Takeaways Best interests of the child is the legal test Ontario courts use to decide parenting issues. Courts focus on the child’s safety,
50/50 Parenting Time in Ontario
Key Takeaways 50/50 parenting time means a child spends roughly equal time with each parent after separation. Shared parenting works best when
Parenting Plan in Ontario: Guide for Separated Parents
Key Takeaways A parenting plan is a written agreement that outlines how parents will care for their child after separation. It can cover
One-Year Separation Rule in Ontario
Key Takeaways In Ontario, most divorces are based on living separate and apart for at least one year. You can be separated even if you still live