Family Law Property Settlement Time Limits
The lawyer-client relationship and limitation periods in family law. In 2014, a Newfoundland woman, Cheryl Hefferman, commenced a court action against her former family lawyers in relation to a claim for the division of pensions that had never been brought between herself and her ex-husband, despite her understanding that the pension issue had been resolved. […]
Protecting Your Assets From Divorce
Divorce can be draining – emotionally and financially. Use these tips to protect your assets upon divorce. Steps can be taken prior to or during the marriage, as well as after marital breakdown. Before 1) Marriage Contract: The best way to protect your assets is by way of a prenuptial agreement. These agreements outline the […]
Guide To Spousal Support
When two individuals are in a relationship, aside for companionship, they also engage in an ongoing economic relationship. When couples separate, the individual earning a higher income may have an obligation to continue to financially support the individual with the lower income. It must be noted that the individual being supported typically has an obligation […]
Same Sex Marriage
On June 10, 2003, in the decision of Halpern v. Canada, the Ontario Court of Appeal found that the exclusion of same-sex couples from marriage rights was a violation of equality rights, guaranteed under section 15 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Previously, marriage was recognized as between a man and a woman. Thus, […]
Family Law Forms
When parties decide to litigate, they may bring their action by way of Form 8: Application (General). Within the Application, parties will provide a family history, outline their claims against the opposing party, and state the important facts supporting their claims. The party bringing the Application is the Applicant. The Application is the Applicant’s first […]
How To Prepare For Your First Meeting With A Family Lawyer
Fee Structure Lawyers generally bill by the hour, while in some circumstances flat fees may be offered. In either case, you should be made acutely aware of how your lawyer will be billing you, and how to maximize your time. For example, clerical and administrative questions can normally be dealt with by an assistant, who […]
