• Signs of Parental Alienation

    Depending on their age, children of divorce may feel confused as to why their parents are no longer together. Unless there are extenuating circumstances which would cause harm to the children, then it’s important for them to maintain healthy relationships with both parents. Unfortunately, not all children are shielded from their parents’ conflicts and are […]

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  • Building a Parenting Plan that Works

    Divorce is never easy, especially when you have children. It’s important to create a system that works for everyone involved. By working together to build a parenting plan that works, you’ll ensure your children will have an easier time adjusting. What is a parenting plan? A parenting plan is a formal, written agreement which outlines […]

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  • Fall activities for families

    The crunch of crisp leaves under our feet… The signature smells of ginger, allspice, cloves and cinnamon… Rich colours everywhere… Flavours such as apple, pumpkin and cranberry… Autumn is a wonderful season, full of fun, festive sensory experiences. Why not explore a few of these fall activities with your children? Throw a themed backyard party […]

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  • Back to school and special expenses

    As their children head back to school this fall, parents may wonder about the costs of their kiddos’ education and extracurricular activities. Such expenses, known in family law as special and extraordinary expenses, go beyond the normal expenses incurred when raising a child. Child support includes special expenses. The courts determine who should pay, and […]

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  • UNDERSTANDING SEPARATION AGREEMENTS

    Regardless whether you and your spouse agree to live separate and apart for a trial period, or whether you have plans for divorce, it’s important that you understand separation. Although you don’t need a court proceeding, agreement or acknowledgment to make your separation official, you should consult with a lawyer. An experienced family lawyer can […]

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  • HELPING CHILDREN COPE WITH STRESS

    Children, like adults, can struggle with stress. Overscheduling, tension within their families and going back to school are all stressors. Recognizing the signs of stress in your child is the first step to helping him or her cope. Once you’ve done that, you can better help your children manage stress. WHAT IS STRESS? Stress is […]

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  • Cohabitation agreements

    In a related post, we explained prenuptial agreements and how they determine division of property when a marriage dissolves. A prenuptial agreement addresses legally married couples’ matrimonial property, but what about couples who live together and aren’t married? If you’re in an unmarried relationship, you may want to consider a cohabitation agreement. What is a […]

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  • Prenuptial agreements

    A prenuptial agreement is a marriage contract between you and your intended spouse. Entered into before marriage, a prenup does not become enforceable until after you’re married. If you and your spouse ever separate or get divorced, your prenuptial agreement can change the way matrimonial property is divided. For some couples, a prenup offers peace […]

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