by Tim | Jul 12, 2017 | Custody, Family Law, Uncategorized
Separation and divorce can be painful and confusing for all parties involved. This is especially true for the children of separating couples. It is important to recognize that you are not the only one hurting while you are going through a divorce. Children often get...
by Tim | Feb 22, 2017 | Access to justice, Family Law, Legal Information, Social Media, Uncategorized
1. Access to Justice in Canada Access to justice is a serious problem in Canada for several reasons: 1. many people cannot afford legal services; 2. not enough judges; 3. not enough courthouses; 4. need for streamlining of many legal processes. See for example, Action...
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...
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...
by Tim | Mar 11, 2016 | Family Law, Uncategorized
1. Justice Alex Pazaratz, an Ontario judge known for his candid and creative writing style, recently blasted two parents involved in a bitter custody dispute over spending a combined $500,000 during the course of the custody litigation when the issues could have...
