Worldwide: Family and Matrimonial

It often comes as a shock at an already stressful time: your minor child (under the age of 18) is entitled to money, perhaps through an inheritance or a personal injury settlement, but you are told you cannot access...

When separation occurs, deciding whether to stay in or leave the family home can feel overwhelming and urgent. Ontario law provides equal rights to both spouses regarding the matrimonial home...

Case conferences in Ontario family law serve as informal court appearances designed to identify issues, explore settlement opportunities, and provide parties with early judicial feedback before proceeding to contested motions or trial. These conferences offer a strategic opportunity to narrow disputes, reduce legal costs, and potentially resolve matters through candid discussion in a less adversarial setting than formal court proceedings.