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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 »

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 »