Children & Co-Parenting 16 Sep 2024 In Ontario, when can a child decide which parent to live with? Is there a legal age? Many people believe that a child can decide which parent to live with at a certain age—often 16—but is that… Plat Simionati
Mediation, Separation & Divorce 09 Sep 2024 Types of Case Conferences in Family Court | Ontario Family Law Understanding the court process can alleviate much of your uncertainty and anxiety. Learn about the necessary documents and more before… Plat Simionati
Separation & Divorce 02 Sep 2024 “My ex keeps taking me to court!” | Navigating vexatious litigants and the family court system in Ontario What happens if your ex keeps taking you to family court? Learn how to deal with vexatious litigants and protect… Plat Simionati
Separation & Divorce 26 Aug 2024 Family Law Case Update: The New Tort of Family Violence to Be Considered by the Supreme Court of Canada The Supreme Court of Canada has recently granted leave to hear the case of Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, a landmark case… Plat Simionati
Children & Co-Parenting, Separation & Divorce 19 Aug 2024 Keira’s Law: New Training for Judges in Ontario on Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner Violence Intimate partner and family violence is a pervasive issue. This article outlines the advancement of Bill C-233. Plat Simionati
Children & Co-Parenting, Separation & Divorce 12 Aug 2024 What You Need to Know About Separation, Divorce and Family Violence (or Domestic Violence) Family violence can impact your separation and divorce in many ways. Plat Simionati
Children & Co-Parenting, Separation & Divorce 05 Aug 2024 An overview of family law and family violence (domestic violence) Violence in the family is a serious and pervasive issue. Family violence is abhorrent and unacceptable, affecting countless individuals and… Plat Simionati
Domestic Contracts, Separation & Divorce 29 Jul 2024 Pet Custody in Ontario: What Does the Family Law Act say about the custody of pets after a separation or divorce? When going through a divorce or separation, you may wonder what happens to your pet. This article will talk about… Plat Simionati
Children & Co-Parenting, Separation & Divorce 22 Jul 2024 What is parental alienation in Ontario family law? “Parental alienation” has become a buzzword in discussions about family dynamics and custody battles; however, what does it actually mean? Plat Simionati
Separation & Divorce 15 Jul 2024 Your spouse refuses to sign a separation agreement in Ontario. Now what? Separation and divorce can be challenging. However, when one spouse doesn’t sign a separation agreement, it can complicate matters significantly. Plat Simionati