Under Canada’s Divorce Act, you can file for divorce on your own, and your spouse cannot legally prevent it if the legal grounds are met. They may cause delays, but they cannot block the process entirely. If you’re in a situation where separation and eventually divorce is necessary, Canadian law is your ally as long […]
When you’ve shared years together in marriage, managing money often becomes a team effort. But when a marriage ends, untangling joint finances can get messy fast. Who’s responsible for the mortgage? What happens to the car loan or that shared credit card? These conversations can quickly escalate into heated arguments. Thankfully, Ontario family law provides […]
No one ever wishes for a divorce, especially when you’re pregnant. Before you let the emotions affect you, you must know that it was absolutely necessary. As family lawyers in Etobicoke, we know the emotional toll this situation can take and are always here to help you. We hope this blog brings you comfort and […]
Finding a new partner after a divorce can be fun and exciting. It’s a chance to start fresh and build a new life with someone special. In all provinces across Canada, you can remarry after a month of the divorce’s issue. Before you give marriage another chance, there might be things you have to take […]
Starting a conversation about divorce can intimidate anyone, given the possibility of an angry reaction or outright refusal from your spouse. To address this, Ontario law allows for a one-sided divorce, without needing the other’s agreement. The process looks different and is slightly more complicated than a joint divorce, in which both spouses apply for […]
When a marriage falls apart, couples often find themselves at a crossroads, contemplating whether to opt for legal separation or divorce. The choice isn’t always straightforward, and the implications can be far-reaching if you have shared assets, kids, or own businesses together. Divorce offers a clean break, but it’s not the only option in Ontario. […]
Divorce is not a simple process. It involves emotional upheaval and complex legal proceedings, especially when it comes to the division of property. In Ontario, the process follows specific rules outlined by the Family Law Act. Before you go ahead and let your partner know that you want a divorce, it’s important to educate yourself […]
Divorce is often considered the end of a marriage, but is it always final? While divorce signifies the legal dissolution of a marriage, it does not necessarily mean that couples cannot reconcile and get back together. In fact, getting back together after a divorce is not as uncommon as one might think. Many divorced couples […]
Couples are not always on the same page regarding divorce. You might have been blindsided by your spouse when they served you divorce papers. Your first instinct would be to resist and avoid signing those papers. Unfortunately, 40% of marriages end in divorce and it’s better to separate than live in a loveless marriage. By […]
