Category Archives: Divorce

COMMON PARENTING SCHEDULES

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Stanchieri Family Law in Child Support, Child Visitation, Divorce

The Shift from Custodial Labels to Shared Parenting Time There has been an evolving trend to focus on parenting schedules as opposed to placing a label on who has custody of the children. Child support is determined by the amount … Continue reading

What is a Retainer?

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Stanchieri Family Law in Divorce, Legal Fees, Toronto

When it comes to hiring a family lawyer for your matter, you will definitely hear the term “retainer”. The term typically means two things.

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

HOW TO MINIMIZE YOUR FAMILY LAW LEGAL FEES

Posted on October 26, 2010 by Stanchieri Family Law in Divorce, Family Law, Legal Fees, Separation

Find a reputable lawyer with reasonable fees It may be tempting to retain the lawyer with the lowest rates, but you may not always get the experience that is required to help you resolve your matrimonial dispute to your satisfaction. … Continue reading

MARRIAGE CONTRACTS IN ONTARIO

Posted on October 5, 2010 by Stanchieri Family Law in Divorce, Marriage Contracts

A marriage contract is a written agreement between spouses entered into before or during marriage. This contract helps to protect the assets and properties of spouses against a future claim by the other in the event of separation. Continue reading