A legal timeline of 2SLGBTQ+ Rights in Canada
In August, Nelligan Law and the City of Ottawa are celebrating Capital Pride. 2SLGBTQ+ rights have come a long way in Canada. Our Family Law group has created a timeline that revisits key legal decisions and events that have contributed towards progression 2SLGBTQ + rights in our country. While progress has been made, it is… Read more »
Dividing Your Property After Separation
After separating, married spouses have the right to apply for an equalization of their respective net family properties under the Ontario Family Law Act. A married spouse also has this right when the other spouse dies. On death, the surviving married spouse may elect to equalize family property instead of receiving any bequests left to… Read more »
How a marriage breakdown threatens your business (and vice-versa)
Separation during Coronavirus: Can I? Should I? What are my options?
The pandemic has changed all aspects of our lives. Many families are reporting significant increases in stress due to social isolation, confinement, financial trouble and lack of familiar resources. For many, any weaknesses in spousal relationships have been tested to the limits resulting in an increase in those considering separation and divorce. Just as COVID-19… Read more »
When Family and Business Matters Collide
Are you getting married or living common-law? Maybe you’re on the other side of the relationship spectrum, and getting separated or divorced? If either you or your partner owns a business or part of one, there are some legal issues that you should know about.
Co-parenting in the age of COVID-19: Should children be travelling between two homes?
As a parent, you might be wondering: “Can I stop following our access arrangement and keep the kids at my house due to COVID-19?” What does social distancing look like when parents are separated? When we are constantly being told not to leave our homes and to limit non-essential travel, is it appropriate for one… Read more »