by Emma Alves | Jul 30, 2024 | Divorce, Property
In Ontario, the Family Law Act defines matrimonial property as all property or assets acquired by either spouse between the date of marriage and the date of the separation. Within the context of a divorce, matrimonial property is subject to Ontario’s family property...
by Emma Alves | Jul 29, 2024 | Divorce, Property
In the early stages of separation or divorce proceedings, one pressing question you may ask yourself is “what are my rights if I leave the matrimonial home?” Although moving out of the matrimonial home does not affect your ownership rights, it can have...
by Emma Alves | Apr 1, 2024 | Divorce, Property
Property division is an important topic of discussion, and at times a point of contention, when it comes to divorce in Ontario. Within the topic of property division, there are two primary concepts that individuals going through a divorce must understand: matrimonial...
by Emma Alves | Apr 30, 2023 | Divorce, Property
The matrimonial home has a special place in family law. It carries with it special protections and obligations. The concepts around the family home stem from times when women were not allowed to own property. If a marriage to fall apart, a woman could immediately be...
