Family Law

Working with the legal system to determine your time with your children can be difficult, especially when there are multiple terms to understand and adhere to. Depending on the situation you are in, the court may have appointed different schedules or custody agreements than you’re used to. Terms like custody, access and guardianship get thrown…

Read More
5 Tips for Handling Your Change of Employment Contract

As a professional, there may be times throughout your career when it is necessary for there to be a change in your employment contract. This will likely involve a series of discussions or negotiations with your employer. This should give both you and your employer the opportunity to outline your most favorable terms and then…

Read More
civil litigation

If you have a legal or financial interest in a property that is not in your name, there are many legal options available to you in order to receive the money that is rightfully owed to you back.  In order for an Ontario court to grant you a certificate of pending litigation (CPL) you will…

Read More
divorce law

If you are in the process of navigating through a divorce, you may have had friends or family members tell you that you need to get a separation agreement with your ex- partner. But if your separation is amicable, you may be wondering whether this is really necessary. There is no legal requirement to get…

Read More
will

Many individuals overlook the importance of having a will drafted. Especially the younger generations of individuals do not prioritize the drafting of a will when in reality they should. The fact is that none of us really know how long we have on this planet and almost everyone can proactively benefit from having a will. …

Read More
Family Law Agreements

When a divorce or separation is filed in Ontario and there are minor children from the relationship, then both parents are responsible for ensuring that their children’s needs are looked after. In most cases, one parent will be required to make child support payments to the other parent. The way these payments are calculated is…

Read More
Employment Law

Imagine a scenario where you have just been called into the boss’s office and informed that your services would no longer be required. This can come as quite a shock – but even if you suspected that is was coming, it can be very upsetting. If you have just been let go after a lengthy,…

Read More
Separation Agreement

If there is one thing that we can count on, it is that life and circumstances are always changing. And this means that sometimes an agreement that we made with someone also needs to be changed. When spouses or partners divorce or separate, they often draw up a separation agreement with their ex–partner with the…

Read More
5 Situations When You Need an Immigration Lawyer

While you may not feel that you need an immigration lawyer to fill out an application or do some paperwork, having one working for you can be incredibly advantageous. Remember, immigration lawyers are pros at filling out these applications and have done so many times. But you on the other hand may only be seeing…

Read More
civil law ON

Understanding the civil litigation process in Ontario can be intimidating but knowing what to expect can help ease any anxieties. Here is guide to the 12 main steps involved in the civil litigation process.  Step One: Determining Jurisdiction The first step is determining which court has jurisdiction. If the claim is less that $35,000, it…

Read More