Family Law Services
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Divorce
While obtaining a divorce can be straightforward, a court order is always required. Sometimes, people agree to issues like custody and support on their own and only apply to the court to obtain a divorce. Read more about Divorce.
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Property Claims
In order to make a claim for a division of property or for the right to remain in the matrimonial home, the person making the claim has to be married to the person against whom the claim is made. Read more about Property Claims.
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Custody & Access
Custody technically means the legal responsibility to make decisions for the child related to health, education and religion. Access is the right to be with the child at a given time. Read more about Custody and Access. |
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Child Support
Section 21 of the Guidelines specifies the documentation that has to be provided by the payor (or the recipient in certain cases). The documents include the past three years income tax returns plus supporting documentation plus the notices of assessment. Read more about Child Support |
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Spousal Support
Common law spouses are often awarded less spousal support or are given support for a shorter duration than married spouses. The factors that affect entitlement to support and the amount of support are generally the same between married and common law spouses. Read more about Spousal Support. |
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Marriage Agreements
Common law spouses can obtain the same rights as married spouses by preparing and executing a cohabitation agreement. A cohabitation or marriage agreement is a written document where the parties to the agreement can provide for division of property, support or any other matter upon death or the termination of the relationship. Read more about Marriage Agreements. |
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Separation Agreement
The determination of the actual date of separation may be of importance in establishing such things as child custody and access, support and division of property. It is also important in determining the date upon which a Divorce Judgment may be lawfully finalized. Read more about Separation Agreements. |
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Mediation
Mediation involves a neutral third party or mediator helping parties arrive at a negotiated resolution of a dispute. This process is often cost effective and enables parties to control the outcome of family disputes. Read more about Mediation. |
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Independent Legal Advice
Independent Legal Advice is required in many family law matters. It ensures that the interests of all the parties are protected. Some agreements, such as a marriage agreement and a separation agreement, require that parties obtain independent legal advice before they can be valid. Read more about Legal Advice. |
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Abuse and Abduction
If you believe your child has been abused, you have to take action.Write down everything your child has said. You may consider making a recording, but you must be careful not to be seen to lead the child. Just ask "What happened last night?" Read more about Abuse and Abduction. |
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