Paid part of the mortgage. Helped renovate the home. Then the relationship ends and the house is in the partner's name. Do they get half? In Ontario, the answer is not automatic. This is the single most misunderstood point in Ontario family law. https://t.co/92bS5FKazU
There is no magic age in Canada at which a child can legally refuse to see a parent. Views and veto power are not the same thing.
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Both spouses may agree the marriage is over and still be nowhere close to finished. The home, pensions, and debts are still disputed. That is when a divorce becomes contested.
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Many people don't realize physical assault is not required to obtain a restraining order in Ontario. Threats, harassment, and coercive control all qualify under Ontario's Family Law Act. Read the full guide.
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Not many lawyers can say this. Fewer than 30 in Ontario, to be exact.
Barry Nussbaum, JD, MBA is now a Certified Family Law Specialist by the Law Society of Ontario.
17 years. Ontario & New York bars. One focus.
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You do not need a court order to be legally separated in Ontario. It begins when you live separate and apart. Because your separation date dictates property valuation and support rights, having a clear agreement is essential. https://t.co/kJN4cttacD #Separation#FamilyLaw
Serving divorce papers internationally? It’s more complex than you think.
Different rules, strict procedures, and treaties like the Hague Service Convention can impact your case.
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When did your separation actually happen?
In Ontario, that date affects how property is divided, and even small timing differences can impact the outcome.
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Two people. One dog.
In Ontario, pets are treated as property, not custody.
That can lead to unexpected outcomes.
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If one spouse owns a business, what happens in a divorce?
In Ontario, the company usually isn’t divided. Its value may be included in the property equalization calculation.
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Everyone talks about the house during a divorce.
Almost no one talks about the pension.
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In Ontario, both spouses often have equal rights to the matrimonial home at separation, even if only one spouse owns it. Learn how these rights work and what it means when a relationship ends:
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Parental alienation can seriously damage a child’s relationship with a parent. Ontario courts are increasingly recognizing alienation patterns and acting to protect children’s best interests. Learn more: https://t.co/tO97rhvaZV
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Not every family law dispute needs to go to court. Arbitration offers a private way to reach a binding decision with more control over the process. Learn more: https://t.co/Si5IXSVVEE
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Lump Sum Spousal Support in Ontario
One payment can end spousal support, but courts adjust for tax and timing. The result is often unexpected. Read more: https://t.co/4DztbL1Ten
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When a child faces immediate risk from abuse, neglect, or abduction, courts may grant temporary custody without notice. Strong proof is required.
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Hiding Income For Child Support
Parents who hide income can face imputed income, retroactive support with interest & fraud concerns. Courts look closely at lifestyle & disclosure gaps.
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Spousal support isn’t guaranteed. Ontario courts can deny it for short marriages, self-sufficient spouses, or valid waivers. Learn what shapes real decisions: https://t.co/Bz2hQaokTA #FamilyLaw#SpousalSupport
Shared parenting in Ontario isn’t about 50/50 time.
It's about shared parental responsibility and decisions that serve the child’s best interests.
Parenting time depends on what is practical and stable.
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The Divorce Act sets clear rules for ending a marriage in Canada.
One year of separation is enough
“Custody” is now decision-making responsibility
Support and parenting are based on fairness and the child’s best interests
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