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Legal Seperation
Learn what a legal separation means in Ontario and how to approach it with informed guidance."
Who Qualifies as a Spouse Under Section 29 of the Family Law Act?
In Ontario family law, the definition of “spouse” is important because it can affect whether a person may claim spousal support.
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Living Separate and Apart Under the Same Roof
Ontario courts have recognized that spouses can be living separate and apart even if they remain under the same roof, especially where they do so for financial or practical reasons.
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Parental Alienation in Ontario: What the Courts Look For
When parents separate, children should never be placed in the middle of the conflict. Unfortunately, in some cases, one parent may deliberately or unintentionally influence a child to reject the other parent. This is commonly referred to as parental alienation.
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Choice of School Disputes in Ontario: How Do Courts Decide?
When parents separate, one of the most difficult decisions they may face is where their child should attend school. If parents cannot agree, the court has the authority to decide the issue based solely on what is in the child's best interests.
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Matrimonial Homes in Ontario: What Every Spouse Needs to Know
What many homeowners do not realize is that in Ontario, ownership alone does not necessarily give one spouse the unrestricted right to sell, mortgage, or otherwise deal with the family home.
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Considering a Separation? Learn about the legal document that can help save you thousands.
If you're considering a separation or divorce in Ontario, Canada, one of the legal tools you may want to consider is a separation agreement.
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