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What If My Spouse Won’t Sign The Separation Agreement?
Understanding Separation Agreements in Ontario A separation agreement is a contract that lists...
How are Business Assets Handled in a Divorce?
When couples in Canada go through a divorce, dividing business assets can become a complex affair....
How Is Spousal Support Estimated?
Spousal support is calculated using various factors such as the duration of the marriage, the...
When is Spousal Support Denied?
Spousal support, formerly known as alimony, is not automatically given in every divorce or...
When Does an Inheritance Become Matrimonial Property?
In Ontario, the Family Law Act defines matrimonial property as all property or assets acquired by...
What Are My Rights if I Leave the Matrimonial Home?
In the early stages of separation or divorce proceedings, one pressing question you may ask...
How to File for a Simple Divorce in Ontario
Residency and Legal Marriage Verification For a divorce in Ontario, you must establish that at...
How Long After Separation Can You Claim Assets?
Understanding Legal Separation When we talk about legal separation, it’s important to know that it...
How Long Does Divorce Take in Ontario?
Divorce can be emotional and legal complexity; both of which contribute to how long the separation...
Matrimonial Home Rights and Equalization of Net Family Property
Property division is an important topic of discussion, and at times a point of contention, when it...
Contested Divorce vs Uncontested Divorce: What’s The Difference?
For anyone who has considered a divorce, many questions naturally arise. What is the legal...
10 Questions to Ask Your Divorce Lawyer
Divorce is a complex and emotionally challenging process, and when you're facing one, having the...
The Matrimonial Home & Divorce
The matrimonial home has a special place in family law. It carries with it special protections and...
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