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Tag Archive: Ontario family court

FAMILY COURT SYSTEM CONTINUES TO FAIL ONTARIANS

Steve Benmor | May 30, 2026

There are moments in legal practice that leave a lasting impression – not because the law was difficult, or because the facts were complicated, but because the system itself failed... Continue Reading...

WHAT DO RICO THE PYTHON & FAMILY COURT HAVE IN COMMON

Steve Benmor | May 12, 2026

Family court cases are quite varied.  Some involve straight couples. Some same-sex. Some married. Some common law. Some no children. Some blended families. Some complex or foreign assets. More recently,... Continue Reading...

ARE THE AFCC PARENTING GUIDELINES NOW LAW IN ONTARIO?

Steve Benmor | April 13, 2026

In Tremblay-Chartier v. Blanchette, 2025 ONSC 6273, a 3 judge panel of the Ontario Divisional Court comprised of Justices Backhouse, Lococo and Shore considered an appeal by a mother granting... Continue Reading...

THE MISCONCEPTION OF PEACE BONDS IN FAMILY COURT

Jessica Brant | February 12, 2026

When spouses separate, allegations of family violence can heavily influence decisions regarding parenting arrangements, spousal support, and even property division. It is critical for spouses navigating family law proceedings to... Continue Reading...

The crisis of delays in the family court system: Justice delayed is justice denied

Steve Benmor | August 13, 2025

Timely resolution of legal disputes is not merely an ideal in family law, it is a vital necessity for families who are undergoing the traumatic process of divorce. In Ontario,... Continue Reading...

THE 11 COMMANDMENTS OF AFFIDAVITS

Steve Benmor | August 5, 2025

Wise words from Justice Marvin Kurz in Alsawwah v. Afifi 2020 ONSC 2883 103. Having been required by the exigencies of this motion to closely and frequently review the materials... Continue Reading...