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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 »

Imagine a couple where both spouses have children from previous relationships. Over time, they build a life together, perhaps purchase property, accumulate savings, and may even have children together. Like many couples, they assume that when one of them dies, everything will simply pass to the surv … Read more »

You may be wondering how separation and divorce may affect your immigration status in Canada if you’re awaiting a response on a spousal sponsorship application, or if you’re in Canada on a work permit or visitor visa. If you have already successfully sponsored your spouse prior to separation, o … Read more »

A Not So Simple Fresh Start  Divorce marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. For many parents, that new chapter includes the desire, or necessity, to relocate for a new job, a new partner, family support, or simply a change of scenery. In Québec, that desire collides with the fun … Read more »

How to Contest a Will in Quebec Losing someone is hard enough. Discovering that their will may not reflect what they actually wanted can make an already painful situation feel overwhelming. If you believe a will is invalid, you are not powerless. Quebec law provides clear mechanisms to challenge a w … Read more »