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Tag Archive: parenting disputes

JUDGES DO NOT REQUIRE EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE…BY DESIGN

Steve Benmor | March 4, 2026

In Canada, and specifically Ontario, judicial appointment decisions are built around a fairly consistent set of attributes that are sought out from applicants to the bench. According to the Canadian... 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...

WHEN A JUDGE’S EFFORT TO APPEAR NEUTRAL LEADS TO INJUSTICE

Steve Benmor | January 9, 2026

Nobody likes conflict. Not lawyers, not mediators, and not judges. But day in and day out, we see high conflict cases in family court. In fact, it has become a... Continue Reading...

HOSTAGE NEGOTIATIONS…LESSONS FOR DIVORCE MEDIATORS

Marigona Binakaj | January 9, 2026

Few negotiators face more intense pressure than those involved in high-stakes crisis situations, like the New York City Police Department Hostage Negotiation Team. These professionals are tasked with defusing life-threatening scenarios,... Continue Reading...

I’M A FAMILY LAW LAWYER, NOT A PSYCHOLOGIST

Jessica Brant | January 9, 2026

In 2021, Canada’s Divorce Act and Ontario’s Children’s Law Reform Act (CLRA) were amended to prioritize family dispute resolution. Counsel must now inform clients about mediation and other ADR options... Continue Reading...

Not Everyone is a Narcissist: The Overuse of the Term in Family Law

Leanne Townsend | October 16, 2025

In the emotionally charged world of family law, it’s not uncommon to hear one party refer to the other as a “narcissist.” In fact, over the last decade, this label... Continue Reading...