The Importance of Having a Will Perhaps you are thinking, “what is the big deal”? Perhaps you believe, “I am still young; I will not need a Will for many years,” or “I am in good health; why would I need a Will?” Many people also believe that they may not have possessions worth passing…
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What Happens When You NEED A Lawyer But Can’t AFFORD One? It might not be like on TV, but in Canada, here’s what you can expect. It might be fair to say that many of us do not plan to have a “brush with the law.” As a result, likely have not set aside a…
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Marriage brings with it thoughts of love, fidelity, and a plan to share a lifetime of special moments and memories with your significant other. However, what happens if love fails? There are any number of reasons to consider having a marriage contract, and we plan to discuss them here. Certainly, the potential demise of a…
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What is a Power of Attorney and Why should you have one? Don’t wait until an emergency has happened to find out why a Power of Attorney is so important. At times, we have all been guilty of thinking “that would never happen to me”. However, when accidents or illness occur, and even if you…
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Child Support and You – We Can Help If there is one issue during divorce proceedings that tends to be more divisive than any other, it is probably custody and child support payments. This is not to say it is always the case of course, but it is an issue of family law that you…
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Equalization Process: Are All Things Equal Under The Law? What You Should Know About The Equalization Process On Separation/Divorce. The concept of “equal” actually takes on several meanings depending on the context, subject matter, and whether or not you are actually referring to equity-based efforts. In the dictionary, “equal” means, “being the same in quantity,…
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In an increasingly diverse world the expectations of couples engaged in a meaningful relationship with one another have changed significantly. Marriage is often no longer the first thing that comes to mind when people realize they are serious and are exploring options that include living together. One partner, or both, may opt for what they…
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What To Look For In A Family Lawyer At some point in our lives, it’s almost a certainty that we will need a lawyer. Such a requirement may arise from happy occasions such as the purchase or sale of a home, or for more emotional reasons including separation, divorce and/or parenting proceedings. In any case,…
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Who Gets Custody of the Family Pet When A Breakup Occurs? The touchy topic of “Pet Custody in Ontario” The truth is there’s no such thing as a “pet custody” battle when it comes to pets in Ontario. That’s because pets are not considered to be a part of the family unit, even if we…
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