Category Archives: Family Law

PROPERTY DIVISION

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Stanchieri Family Law in Divorce, Family Law

Under the Ontario Family Law Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. F.3, married people are entitled to an “equalization” of assets. Essentially, this means that at the end of a marriage, all of the assets and debts that each spouse accumulated during … Continue reading

The initial consultation meeting with a family lawyer

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Stanchieri Family Law in Family Law, Legal Fees

Meeting with a family lawyer for the first time can be daunting, especially if it is your first time having to speak about and deal with legal issues. The consultation meeting with a family lawyer is your opportunity to ask … Continue reading

SEPARATION AND DIVORCE: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Stanchieri Family Law in Divorce, Family Law, Separation

Separation Separation occurs when a marriage is at an end with no chance of reconciliation. It only takes one party to communicate to the other that he or she wishes to end the marriage. Once separation occurs there will likely … Continue reading

REFORMING THE ONTARIO FAMILY COURT SYSTEM

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Stanchieri Family Law in Family Law

A recent CTV news article, “Canada’s adversarial family law system targeted”, raises questions about the effectiveness and efficiency of the current family court system in Ontario.

LITIGATE OR SETTLE YOUR FAMILY LAW MATTER?

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Stanchieri Family Law in Divorce, Family Law, Separation

It is always wise to attempt to settle issues out of court before starting a court action. Litigation is very costly, time consuming and emotionally draining. In a settlement, you and your ex partner work together and decide on the … Continue reading