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 What is the appropriate jurisdiction? If you married your spouse outside of Canada, you could request a divorce or parenting time/custody measures in Quebec, even if your spouse continues to reside abroad. According to the Divorce Act, Quebec courts have jurisdiction to pronounce a divorce judgme … Read more »

Imagine this: prior to separating, you experienced repeated verbal abuse from your spouse. At one point, you recorded an exchange to protect yourself and preserve what was happening. Now that you are separated and involved in legal proceedings, you are wondering whether you can use that recording in … Read more »

Imagine a couple who has recently separated. They are on relatively good terms, communicating respectfully, and have already discussed how they want to organize parenting time and finances. They agree on most things but are unsure about what to do next. Do they really need lawyers if everything is a … Read more »

Imagine a couple who have lived together for several years without being married. One partner pays most of the household expenses while the other focuses on building a business. The home is purchased in only one partner’s name. Over time, both contribute to the relationship in different ways, fina … Read more »

If you’re facing a family law issue in Quebec, one of the first questions that comes up is simple but important: Do I need a lawyer, or can I handle this by myself? It’s a fair question, especially when legal fees can feel overwhelming. The short answer is yes, you can represent yourself, but wh … Read more »