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- Parents Should Respect Informal Parenting Arrangements in the Absence of a Court Order
When determining which parent should have decision-making responsibility over a child, there is no presumption in favour of either parent following separation. The status quo is an important consideration when courts determine temporary living arrangements. However, courts have found that the import … Read more »
- The Impact of Second Marriages on Estate Planning in Ontario
Second marriages introduce a unique set of complexities to estate planning. Blending families with pre-existing assets, children from previous relationships, and potentially differing financial goals requires careful consideration to ensure a smooth and equitable distribution of assets upon death. P … Read more »
- What Rights Does a Surviving Spouse to an Estate?
As part of one’s estate planning, a testator often incorporates terms to address their dependents, including what will happen if their spouse survives them. In some cases, however, the deceased has not left a will. Either way, questions about the surviving spouse’s rights to the deceased’s estate ma … Read more »
- Court Considers Parenting Order for Adult Child Living With a Disability
Can a court make a parenting order under the Divorce Act for an adult child living with a disability without giving them an opportunity to participate in the proceeding? The Ontario Court of Appeal considered this question while addressing the presumption of capacity and an individual’s right to be … Read more »
- Testamentary Freedom vs. Dependant Support in Ontario
In Ontario, the Succession Law Reform Act (SLRA) governs the distribution of a deceased person’s estate. While individuals have the right to create a will to express their wishes for the distribution of their assets, the SLRA also provides protections for specific individuals, including children. Th … Read more »