Remarriage does not automatically change existing support obligations. A person who pays child support or spousal support must continue to follow the terms of the current arrangement unless a court changes the order or the parties sign a new enforceable agreement. Support obligations in Ontario may arise under the Divorce Act, the Family Law Act, […]
Second marriages often involve blended families, adult children from prior relationships, jointly owned property, and competing moral expectations. Estate plans that worked well after a first marriage or divorce may no longer align with legal reality after remarriage. Since 2022, Ontario law has changed in a way that increases personal responsibility around estate planning. These […]
Unlike divorce, which ends a valid marriage, an annulment recognizes that a valid marriage never existed under the law. Being unable to distinguish both is important because the rights and responsibilities that follow differ greatly between annulment, divorce, and separation. In this blog, we cover the legal grounds for annulment, documents required and process to […]
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 […]
While Canadian courts recognize that circumstances evolve, there are strict regulations in place to ensure that spousal support obligations aren’t violated. A payor’s financial hardship does not automatically justify a reduction or termination. Instead, the court requires clear evidence of a material and lasting change in circumstances before any modifications are made. How do courts […]
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 […]
If you are unmarried or seeking separation in Ontario, you are entitled to spousal support as long as you can prove cohabitation. Anyone claiming or paying spousal support must be able to prove their claim to the court. In this guide, we explain what cohabitation means and how it affects spousal support claims. What is […]
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 […]
