February 2022

Separation is rarely an easy decision or journey to experience. The reality is that divorce and separation rates around the world are steadily increasing. In your own friend or family circle, you may have heard of those who have gone through a separation or divorce. If you or your spouse have decided to go through […]

If you are going through a divorce or separation, child support is a legal issue you may have to address. In Canada, the main principle behind child support is that all children should benefit from both parents financially as if they are still together. After deciding details such as their living arrangements, care, and decision making,

Is child support tax deductible? No.  Child support paid pursuant to an Agreement or Court Order is not tax deductible to the payor, which also means that it is not considered taxable income for the recipient.  The tax implications can be significant if, for example, the support payor and recipient find themselves in different tax

When facing a family law issue, many people debate whether or not to hire a lawyer. Just this week, we came across a post on social media stating that you should never involve a lawyer in your separation; that remaining amicable and using “common sense and maturity” is the best way to go.   While it

We know that “first impressions” can impact how we are perceived in our personal lives, work lives, and in public.  Just as though you may think about what you will wear to court in putting your best foot forward, you may also want to think about what your social media profile says about you.  Although

One of the first steps in negotiating a family law agreement is the exchange of financial disclosure.  If you’re in the process of separating, you have probably told your lawyer that one of your main goals is to get the process “over with” as quickly as possible.  However, sacrificing full financial disclosure for the sake of expediency

If you are separating from your spouse, the issue of Spousal Support, or “alimony” as many people commonly refer to it, is an issue that may need to be resolved. The Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines provide a reference for calculating the amount and duration of your spousal support. However, before looking at “how much spousal

Divorce is an incredibly stressful experience for all involved, especially children. It can be incredibly confusing and difficult to deal with for the kids involved and can affect them in a variety of ways, although kids can come out as better able to cope with stressful situations and can grow up to be more flexible

Even in the best of situations, going through a divorce or separation is never easy, and the process can be both challenging and stressful.  The following are some commonly made mistakes to avoid when : Making Big Decisions Before Consulting A Lawyer It is crucial that you consult with your divorce lawyer before making any

A separation agreement is a written contract between two individuals who are planning to separate (or have already separated) and can be used by both married and unmarried couples. There are many advantages to creating a separation agreement versus going through the traditional court process. Negotiations during or leading up to a separation agreement are