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In the last 20 years, mediation has become the panacea for many legal disputes. From employment, to human rights, to child protection, to personal injury, and for divorce, clients, lawyers... Continue Reading...

Although the family cottage is a valuable asset, it is also an emotional topic. For many families, the cottage is where the family came together, celebrated happy moments and bonded... Continue Reading...

Cross-Examination is the questioning of a party in order to evaluate the truth of that person’s testimony and to gain admissions.  In the US, this is called a Deposition. In Ontario, it... Continue Reading...

It wasn’t that long ago that computers were these machines that sat on our desk at home and at work. Our PC’s were used mainly for word processing and data... Continue Reading...

The words child ‘custody’ and ‘access’ have caused confusion to hundreds of thousands of separating parents. This is especially the case in the early stages of divorce. It seems as... Continue Reading...

No one plans for divorce. It’s an event that is unanticipated, unforeseen and, most certainly, unaffordable. Moreover, legal fees are very expensive. Some people have to work anywhere between one day to one week... Continue Reading...

A common fear that often plagues divorcing parents is whether their children will be ok. This is especially the case with teenage children. At the best of times, teenagers are... Continue Reading...

Most people believe that their children are unaware of marital problems in the home. This could not be further from the truth. Children of all ages are acutely aware of... Continue Reading...

Let’s face it, there are a few events that occur in life that can cause financial devastation. The death of a spouse, personal bankruptcy, major illness and, of course, divorce.... Continue Reading...

In Canada, in order to obtain a divorce spouses must apply to the court and have a judge grant a divorce order. Generally, this can only occur in the community... Continue Reading...