Service Area: Family Law

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Posted April 16, 2018

Both the Family Law Act in Ontario and the federal Divorce Act give the authority for judges to order periodic spousal support, lump sum spousal[...]

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Posted April 11, 2018

What is Child Custody?

Child custody is a term that comes up pretty quickly when parents separate. It’s important to understand what child custody is and what types there[...]

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Posted April 9, 2018

Tax Adjustments for Retroactive Spousal Support Calculations

In Canada, periodic spousal support amounts paid pursuant to a Court order or written agreement are tax deductible by the payor and are taxable income[...]

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Posted March 27, 2018

What is arbitration?

Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution process available to separated couples. The parties choose an arbitrator, who then acts like a judge to make decisions[...]

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Posted March 22, 2018

Mediation: Is it for You?

Throughout life, many people will encounter a family situation that calls for professional help and expertise that they do not possess. For instance, a person[...]

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Posted March 19, 2018

How Do Intended Parents Become Legal Parents?

When intended parents resident in Ontario use a surrogate or an egg or sperm donor, there are different ways that those intended parents can become[...]

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Posted March 8, 2018

A Sperm Donor or Dad? Case Comment: M.R.R. v. J.M. 2017 ONSC 2655

This case involved a woman, M.R.R. who wished to become a parent. She had unsuccessfully tried to conceive a child using donor sperm at a[...]

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Family Law

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Kate Wright

Posted March 5, 2018

Separating with Civility: Alternatives to Battling in Court

As a family law lawyer, I have seen firsthand the toll that expensive, divisive and protracted court battles can take on families who are going[...]

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Posted February 12, 2018

Whose Ring is it Anyway?

With Valentine’s Day approaching, many contemplate the idea of proposing to The One. While the engagement ring is all about romance, everlasting love and a[...]