If you think you might be able to talk things out and come to a resolution, then you might consider a Family Settlement Conference. It is possible that at a Family Management Conference, a judge will order that the parties attend a Family Settlement Conference. A Family Settlement Conference is a mediation type of meeting …
A Family Management Conference is often your first appearance before a Provincial Court judge in your Provincial Court family law case. Purpose of a Family Management Conference The purpose of a Family Management Conference is to try to resolve issues without a full hearing. However, if the issues are contested, which means you cannot agree, …
What does it mean to be self-represented? If you do not have a lawyer representing you in your legal matter, then you are considered to be self-represented. In family law, it is common to be self-represented. It can be confusing trying to navigate the complex legal system as a self-represented litigant. The Court expects the …
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Let’s start from biggest (and often most expensive) to the smallest (and likely more affordable). Traditional a.k.a. Full-Scope General Representation Client pays a large retainer upfront (in family cases where you already have a court date set, you can expect to pay at least $5,000 initially) Lawyer manages all aspects of the file Client will …
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The Divorce Act has been updated. Most of the Divorce Act amendments will come into force on March 1, 2021. If you are or were married, then the Divorce Act, which is federal legislation, likely applies to you. The Divorce Act not only sets out the requirements for getting a divorce, but also deals with parenting, child support, spousal support, and …
“How do I calculate child support?” If you want to know approximately how much child support to expect, you can use the Government of Canada Child Support Table Look-up tool. Check is out here: https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/fl-df/child-enfant/2017/look-rech.aspx Child support is based on the payor parent’s income. You can use the Child Support Table Look-up tool to see …
Do you need to have a document commissioned or notarized? A Commissioner of Oaths administers an oath and places their stamp on the signature page. A Notary signs and seals your document.