Separation Agreements

A Separation Agreement is a private contract made between separating spouses, or common law partners, in an effort to resolve property, support, or parenting issues. Due to the fact that these issues can be quite complicated, they can have a major and long-term impact on your rights and obligations. Therefore, consulting with a lawyer to […]

Section 7 Expenses

Section 7 of the Federal Child Support Guidelines (Guidelines) specifically addresses those “special or extraordinary expenses” which the basic monthly child support or table amount does not include. Section 7 outlines the categories of special or extraordinary expenses which include: child care expenses incurred as a result of the custodial parent’s employment, illness, disability or […]

3 Things Every Ontario Parenting Plan Should Have

When parents separate, the biggest questions often revolve around their children. Where will they live? How will they spend holidays? What happens when schedules clash, or a child’s needs change over time? That’s where a strong parenting plan comes in, and why, in Ontario, it’s not just a helpful document. It’s an essential one. Think […]

Parental Alienation in Ontario: Recognizing the Signs and Protecting Your Child

Going through a separation or divorce is hard enough but when your child starts to pull away from you for no clear reason, it can feel devastating. If your child suddenly seems distant, angry, or fearful toward you, and you suspect your ex is encouraging this behavior, you may be dealing with parental alienation. Parental […]