Stop me if you ve heard this one: divorce is often messy and can bring out the negative traits in people. Couples frequently disagree on issues like custody, parenting schedules and what to do with the matrimonial home, among other issues. In my practice, I see the divorce process frequently
Everyone deserves access to justice, whether they have the means to hire a lawyer or not. It’s an increasingly important issue in family law, where the growing number of self-represented litigants (SRLs) is a clear indicator that the legal system is not working as it should. In this column, I’ll
If you think a vaccine for COVID-19 will alleviate all the problems the virus is causing, think again. As I recently discussed, many parents are having disagreements about whether it is safe to send their kids back to school. As the number of cases in schools continues to climb ,
I have a confession: I’m a sucker for trashy reality television. After a long day of lawyering, I sometimes need to escape the busyness of the day with some brain candy. 90 Day Fiance, Check. Married at First Sight, Yep. Real Housewives, Sign me up! Especially now, with our lives turned
Ontario has laid out its education plan for the upcoming school year, confirming that schools will reopen in September for both elementary and high-school students. But many parents are still unsure if it’s safe to send their children back to class in the middle of a pandemic. On the one
Divorce is one of the most stressful events a person will ever experience. It impacts the most critical aspect of life: your children, where you live, your financial health and your sense of security in the world. It’s been widely reported that the stress associated with a marital breakup can
We tend to think of conflict as negative, but it can also serve as a catalyst for growth, pushing individuals to address underlying issues and
How our parents showed us love as children can significantly influence how we love others as adults and navigate a relationship breakdown. Â On a
Navigating the choppy waters of child custody during a separation or divorce can feel overwhelming. As a parent, you’re likely grappling with a whirlwind of
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