separation & divorce Divorce | Navigating the Emotions admin, March 30, 2025April 26, 2025 Divorce can be an incredibly emotional and challenging experience. Navigating these feelings effectively is crucial for your well-being and will help you successfully confront the legal issues that will, inevitably, arise. Here are some common emotions you might encounter and tips on how to manage them: Common Emotions Tips for…
Spousal Support Spousal Support admin, March 30, 2025March 30, 2025 Spousal support, also known as alimony, is a financial obligation that one spouse may be required to pay to the other following a separation or divorce. It is intended to provide financial assistance to the lower-earning or non-working spouse to help maintain, as far as possible, a similar standard of…
Custody & Access Shared Parenting | The Challenges admin, March 8, 2025 Shared parenting can be fantastic for kids, but it definitely comes with its own set of challenges. Here are some common ones: Grant Edward Rayner
shared custody Shared Custody admin, June 20, 2024February 15, 2025 This is a recent case where the parties had shared custody of one child under a parenting order. The child was starting school and the father proposed that the child attend school in Sudbury. He moved to change the original parenting order. Daigle v. Gardner 2023 ONCJ 598 Ontario Court…
domestic violence A Sample Domestic Violence Safety Plan admin, April 28, 2024March 29, 2025 Understanding the Necessity of a Domestic Violence Safety Plan Defining domestic violence and its impact on individuals and families Are you a victim of domestic violence or suspect that your partner may be capable of acting out in a violent way? If you are in a high-conflict situation, or if…
Criminal Law Magna Carta | Still Relevant? admin, April 28, 2024April 28, 2024 In today’s political/legal environment, is it the case that we have drifted, perhaps significantly, perhaps irretrievably, from the principles that emerged from the social/political/legal dynamics at play in England in 1215 and ultimately manifested in the Great Charter? I was inspired to write on this subject in response to a…
estate planning Updating Your Estate Plan After Major Life Changes admin, April 24, 2024March 8, 2025 Recognizing Life’s Milestones: When to Update Your Estate Plan Understanding the significance of major life events in estate planning Estate planning is a crucial aspect of financial planning that involves making decisions about how your assets will be distributed after you pass away. Major life events such as marriage, divorce,…
parenting after divorce Creating An Effective Co-Parenting Plan Post-Separation admin, April 12, 2024April 12, 2024 I’m going to level with you. Crafting an effective co-parenting plan after a separation isn’t just about dividing responsibilities; it’s about laying down a framework that will support your children’s growth and well-being. This plan isn’t a mere schedule; it’s a testament to your commitment as parents to rise above…
Family Law Understanding The Family Court Process In New Brunswick admin, March 31, 2024April 11, 2024 Navigating the Path: Introduction to Family Court in New Brunswick Overview of the family court system in New Brunswick The family court system in New Brunswick is a vital component of the province’s legal system, providing a forum for resolving disputes related to family matters. Family court deals with…
Criminal Law Claims Advanced By A Plaintiff In An Automobile Personal Injury Action admin, March 31, 2024March 31, 2024 Understanding Personal Injury Claims in Auto Accidents Explanation of what constitutes a personal injury claim A personal injury claim is a legal case that arises when a person is injured due to the negligence or intentional actions of another party. In order to pursue a personal injury claim, the injured…