There comes a time in our life when you must make decisions based on what lies ahead in your future. The decision could be to pack up and move to another country for a promotion, go back to school,
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Limited Scope Retainers and Self-Reps
Are Limited Scope Retainers Right for Everyone?
You may feel that you have a strong case. Feeling that you have a good case is different than proving that you have a good one. Remember you need to be realistic. I can provide
Why Do I Need a Travel Consent Letter?
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I often have clients that ask, is it really necessary to get a travel consent letter? The short answer is yes. Unless you want to take the risk of having your beautifully planned trip ruined, then yes. It can be
Do you want to sue the CAS and you are self-represented? Consider a limited scope retainer.
You can be self-represented and sue the CAS but I recommend that you hire a Lawyer on a limited scope retainer to assist you with preparing your Statement of Claim. You may also consider hiring a litigation coach on a
What Happens to Our Home When We Get Divorced?
What Happens to Our Home When We Get Divorced?
As Divorce Lawyers, this is one of the most pressing concerns facing our clients. The most significant asset that many families have is the family home. To most people, the house
Cats and Dogs and Family Law
I love our family dogs, Becky and Ryder. My husband loves Ryder and Becky, too! I love my daughter’s cat, Enoki. In fact, my husband loves Enoki, too!
Are dogs and cats just property? No, they are not. In
Non-physical Domestic (Family) Violence and Family Law
You may be wondering whether you can count on the family law court to help you if you have suffered non-physical abuse.
There are different forms of non-physical abuse that can be viewed as domestic violence. Your partner may harass
It’s back to school time!
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This can be an exciting time for some kids and maybe a bit upsetting for others. For parents that are separated, it can be an especially stressful time. Questions come up about how much time the children should be
How Does the New Canada Child Benefit impact Spousal Support?
As most families are aware, the new Canada Child Benefit (“CCB”) effective July 1, 2016 is the replacement for the Child Canada Tax Benefit (“CCTB”) & the Universal Child Care Benefit (“UCCB”). Prior to the implementation of this new regime,
Private Child’s Lawyer for Your Divorce
The Office of the Children’s Lawyer (OCL) is a government agency that represents children in custody and access proceedings. A judge cannot order that the OCL act for a child but simply can “request” that it do so. The