So, your lawyer gave you a Financial Statement to fill out. Most of it is pretty straightforward once you learn that date of separation and date of valuation are the same thing. However, you would be surprised how common mistakes are when completing these. Mistakes that even lawyers frequently make.
Most people hear the word “simple†and automatically believe this is the easiest way to obtain a divorce. Despite what the name suggests, a simple divorce has more steps and a longer turnaround time than a joint divorce. So, what is the real difference? Both types of divorces can proceed
Deciding whether to sell or keep the matrimonial home can be one of the most emotionally charged and financially challenging decisions divorcing spouses will make. For the average couple, real estate is likely the largest joint asset, not to mention the emotional attachment that comes with it. Under Ontario’s Family
If you follow me on social media, you’ll know I’ve dropped a few hints about expanding my family law practice into an exciting new area. I am thrilled to officially announce that I will be diversifying my practice to include surrogacy and fertility law. It’s an area I’ve been interested
There’s no doubt the pandemic has had an impact on relationships — in fact, one B.C. group estimates divorce rates are up 30 per cent globally. But the pandemic has also influenced how people separate. With so much COVID-related uncertainty around health, finances, education and employment, some separated couples may
I’m rarely surprised to hear about a couple calling it quits, but when I read the news of Bill and Melinda Gates’ divorce, it caught me off guard. I imagine many power couples have arrangements where they discretely lead separate lives rather than formally end their marriages. As a family
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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