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COMMON LAW OR MARRIED: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

Posted on November 24, 2010 by Stanchieri Family Law in Common Law, Divorce, Family Law

Upon separation, the nature of the parties’ relationship (whether married or common law) determines what rights arise under Ontario family law.
Under the Family Law Act, a married spouse is defined as either of two persons who are married to each other OR have together entered into a marriage that is voidable or void, in good faith. This definition of “spouse” applies to all sections of the Family Law Act. Continue reading