Everyone has heard horror stories of long and nasty divorces that get drawn out, while there are just as many stories of quick and simple cases that open and close without any hassle. Why are some divorces quick and easy and others such a messy disaster? While it is possible to file some of the paperwork yourself, family law in Ontario is complex and there are many factors to consider. Since...
Can A Woman Divorce Her Husband While Pregnant?
Divorce is a stressful experience and pregnancy could make the divorce process more complicated. The only way you can be granted divorce in Canada is if you prove to the court that your marriage has broken down and cannot be repaired. Divorce lawyers can help with this. At the moment, there are two ways that you could prove that your marriage...
Divorce is not easy and it’s often not as amicable as you can hope. Our Toronto family lawyers can help you in this process. During divorce, either party could experience the loss of their home, comfort, finances or security. Navigating through divorce is a tricky process; the emotions that you experience can make it difficult to think or act clearly, so you may end up making regrettable...
What are the telltale signs that your marriage is on the rocks? There are different signs of impending divorce with each unique to certain situations. Some people think that their marriages would never end in divorce only to get surprised later in life when sitting in a family law court. If your marriage is falling apart, you could get help from a marriage counselor.
In cases where one partner...
Divorce papers can come as a shock especially if one spouse is caught off guard. Failure to deal with marital problems once they emerge leads to resentment and contempt. Experts have concluded that marriages do not break, they erode with time. Most couples will end up divorcing because they did not address certain issues once they emerged. Below is a list of signs that your marriage is on the...
Before you file for divorce, you need to assess how it would affect your life. There are various issues that emerge when you file for divorce; they include child custody and support, equitable property settlement or prenuptial agreements. Most people file for divorce not knowing the consequences it could have on their lives. A free consultation with an experienced divorce lawyer will enlighten...
One of the most common mistakes made by individuals going through a divorce process is failure to hire a divorce lawyer. Most people will opt to represent themselves (pro se representation) legally in an attempt to save money. There are many disadvantages to pro se representation and it may be more expensive than hiring a divorce lawyer. Moving forward with a divorce process without the proper...
Children are a major concern for any couple during the divorce process. Divorce can be quite stressful and a sad part of life especially for young children. Young children cannot understand why their parents would not get along and live together. Most parents find it hard or don’t know how they’ll break the news to their children. As a parent, you can make the process less painful for your...
Child support in Canada depends on the income of the individual who is bound to pay child support and the number of children the individual will support. Choosing the best child support lawyer can be difficult, especially because of the intense emotional issues that arise during the divorce process. While choosing a good child support lawyer may seem difficult, there are easier ways to find...
In order to qualify to get a divorce in Ontario, you must:
Have been legally married in Canada or another country
Intend to permanently separate from your spouse (or have done so already), with no chance of getting back together
Have lived in Ontario, as must your spouse, for at least 12 months before you apply for divorce
You must be able to prove that your marriage is irreparably broken....