family law

Court Orders Mother to Let Father See Their Son During COVID-19 Pandemic

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact all aspects of Canadian’s lives, courts are increasingly…

The Legal Status of an Inherited Home Transferred Between Two Spouses Following Separation

A recent British Columbia Court of Appeal decision considered the legal status of an inherited home…

Court of Appeal Upholds Decision Giving Uncle Access to Children After Mother’s Death

The Ontario Court of Appeal recently upheld a trial decision giving an uncle access to his…

Mental Health Issues: Ordering a Parent to Undergo a Capacity Assessment

An Ontario court recently grappled with a husband’s motion to have his wife ordered to…

Father’s Claims of Parental Alienation Rejected by Court of Appeal

A father who had little contact with his three sons appealed a decision awarding custody to…

Court Finds Mother in Breach for Taking Son Out of the Country Without Father’s Consent

In a recent Ontario case, a court was required to decided the appropriate remedy where…

What Constitutes Civil Contempt of Court in Family Law and Other Legal Matters

When a civil court makes an order, not respecting that order can place a party…

Separated Parents Reprimanded by Judge in “Choice of School” Dispute

In a recent decision, Justice Pazaratz, who is known for his direct, tongue-in-cheek written decisions,…

Court Rules that Embryo is “Property” and Awards Ownership to Former Wife

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Interim Support Awarded in $200 Million Estate in Ontario (But no Social Events or Posts)

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