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Climans v Latner ONCA – A New Definition of Spouse

by Tim | Sep 29, 2020 | Common-Law, Family Law, Property, Spousal Support, Uncategorized

The Ontario Court of Appeal Redefines “Spouse” A Commentary on Climans v Latner, 2020 ONCA 554 By Jonathan Martin The law of spousal support in Canada has changed significantly over the past few decades. Once reserved for legally married individuals, spousal support...

You Can’t Always Get What You Want…and Other Sad Songs: Common Law Couples & Property Rights

by Tim | Feb 8, 2017 | Common-Law, Family Law, Property

 Tough Questions One of the topics that I discuss often with clients and prospective clients is property rights of common-law partners. There are many misconceptions and myths regarding this topic. For example, I often hear questions similar to the following: – My...

Top 5 Myths about Family Law disputes

by Tim | Feb 6, 2017 | Common-Law, Debt, Family Law, Property, Uncategorized

Myth: Behaviour of the other person matters in a divorce hearing as to whether your divorce is granted. Response: No. Since the June 1, 1986 amendments to the Divorce Act, the sole criterion for divorce is “marriage breakdown.” Divorces are now described...

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