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A discussion on how a power of attorney instrument can be altered or revoked by the adult who made it.

As a family law lawyer in Ontario, I often find myself at the intersection of personal relationships and the legal framework that governs them.

People often refer to themselves as being in a "common law" relationship, or being "common law" spouses, but from a legal perspective, what does that actually mean?

Millions of people were startled late last night to when the emergency tones went off for the Amber Alert for Riya Rajkumar, only to learn, minutes later, that she had been found, but not safe.

(February 7, 2018, 9:39 AM EST) -- While most family law cases involve only two parties, there can be many other parties who may play a significant role in the settlement of the case.

In the unfortunate event of a relationship breakdown, most people focus their attention on the children and who will assume responsibility for them. But what about the family pet(s)?

In child protection matters, the Children's Aid Society ("the Society"), as a litigant, may start a court application against a parent if they believe that a child is in need of protection.

There is a category of Canadian Immigration known as the "Family Class" that helps you sponsor family members living abroad and bring them to Canada.

Emigrating to another country can sometimes be a very lengthy and daunting process.

When a person's death is the result of someone else's fault, such as in a car crash or slip and fall, the deceased's next-of-kin usually...

Many parties who are separating wish to avoid the time and expense of the court process and instead enter into a separation agreement.

While most families across Canada are gearing up for the holiday season, for those who have recently separated this time of year can bring a new set of challenges.

Family law litigation works best when both parties' conduct is rooted in good faith and focused on an efficient resolution of the disputed issues. Unfortunately

Under Ontario's current Family Law Legislation, pets, of any sort, are not treated like children They are, for all purposes of law "property", like furniture, cars or bank accounts.

Until married couples obtain a divorce, the law still considers them to be married, even if they are living separate and apart.

P.P. and D.D. had a casual relationship that resulted in conception of a child.

An interest in a family trust and gifts can be the subject of disclosure orders in family law disputes.