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- Can Agreements That Are Not Domestic Contracts Impact Equalization?
Courts encourage the use of domestic contracts where parties can set out their obligations and have previously weighed whether strict compliance with Ontario legislation is necessary for a domestic contract to be enforceable. But what about agreements that parties in a relationship enter into that a … Read more »
- Can a Court Intervene When Parents Disagree on Choice of School?
When parents disagree on their child’s school, the choice can become contentious. Though courts prefer parties to decide amongst themselves, they have jurisdiction to determine the matter. Courts will determine what is in the best interests of the specific child, which can involve examining each par … Read more »
- Holiday Co-Parenting in Ontario: Dos & Don’ts
The holiday season, often referred to as the most wonderful time of the year, can present unique challenges for families navigating the complexities of co-parenting. For separated or divorced parents, the festive period brings heightened emotions, logistical hurdles, and the need to balance competin … Read more »
- Court Tells Parties Not to Waste Their Settlement Conference
A settlement conference is a chance for the parties to determine if issues in a case can be settled without a trial. In Ontario, the Family Law Rules set out some specific rules governing these proceedings. Courts have emphasized that settlement conferences are not the forum to dispute issues of fin … Read more »
- Court Grants Remedy After Wife Surreptitiously Accesses Spouse’s Privileged Information
Maintaining the confidentiality of private and privileged information is necessary in family litigation. However, a former spouse may try to gain unauthorized access to information and use it in their court case. In these instances, courts have to determine the admissibility of the evidence and fash … Read more »