Though few couples that decide to have children together assume that they will breakup, it does of course happen. When it does, it is likely the custodial parent will seek child support from the other parent. This is true regardless of whether the couple was ever married. In Ontario, Child Support Guidelines are in place, which help determine how much those payments should be. Being…
The decision to end a marriage is one that most people in the greater Toronto area do not make lightly. For the best chance of securing a positive outcome financially, it is advisable to take certain steps. While the things we are talking about today pertain to both genders, they could be particularly helpful for women. The first thing is to make sure you have…
If you and your spouse are divorcing and there are many matters that need to be sorted out. Couples that own a house together may not be aware of how important that asset is in the determination of other things related to the divorce. For most couples a house is the biggest asset they own together and while some may not think twice about moving…
When a couple decides to marry, while their vows may include the phrase “’till death do us part,” there is no guarantee that a relationship will last that long. When one, or both, of the parties to a marriage decide to end it, there are usually multiple factors that need to be considered. These include the division of assets and debts, spousal support, and when…