Divorce

Laws and processes about Divorce, Uncontested Divorce, Contested Divorce, Divorce disputes in Canada

Divorce, Family Law, Property Division

Claims By Spouses and Common-law Partners – Unjust Enrichment in Family Law

Spouse’s and Partner’s Property Rights Upon Separation Separate and apart from “family property” is the concept of “unjust enrichment.” Spouses’ Equal Share in The Family Property Family property is an automatic right, meaning legislation provides that each married spouse automatically has the legal right to share equally in the family property. Said another way, upon separation, married spouses can refer

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Child & Spousal Support, Custody & Access, Divorce, Domestic Violence & Abuse, Family Law, Property Division

Should I Get Divorced Myself or Do I Need a Lawyer?

Getting a Divorce without Hiring a Lawyer Whether or not you can or should handle your own divorce, depends on your circumstances. A “straightforward” divorce can be handled by the spouses themselves. Take for example, the rare case of spouses: who are both physically and mentally healthy; who are equal financially (who have similar incomes, assets and debts); who have

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Divorce, Family Law

What is the Difference Between Annulment and Divorce?

Divorce vs Annulment Both an annulment and a divorce are ways to legally end a marriage in Canada. Both annulments and divorces require an application to court and a court order ending the marriage. Typically, people in Canada will get a divorce, not an annulment. This is because annulments are only available in a very limited number of unique circumstances.

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Do I Need Lawyer? 15 Reasons You Should Consult a Lawyer

You Should Consult a Lawyer When… The following are good reasons to get a lawyer: Being Charged with a Crime Being Arrested or Being Detained for Questioning Buying or Selling Real Estate Signing an Important Document or Contract Seeking to Patent Your Invention Seeking to Visit, Study in, Work in, or Immigrate to Canada Preparing a Will or Power of

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