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If your name is the only one on the deed, can you make your spouse leave after separation? In Ontario, the answer depends on whether the property is a matrimonial home, whether you are married or common-law, and whether there is an agreement or court order. This article explains what spouses need to know before changing locks, selling, moving out, or starting a property division dispute.

Divorce does not always mean the end of a shared business. Learn how former spouses can stay business partners after separation, including equalization, valuation, ownership, and planning issues.

A new partner does not automatically change a divorce or separation case, but they may become relevant where parenting, support, living arrangements, or safety concerns are involved. Learn how Ontario family law looks at new relationships after separation.

Starting a business is exciting. For many entrepreneurs, it represents years of hard work, risk-taking, and long-term goals. While new business owners often focus on growth, financing, operations, and branding, personal legal planning is sometimes overlooked. One area that can be important to consider early is how a business may be affected by future family …

Many people assume that separation or divorce automatically means a lengthy battle in divorce court. In reality, that is not how most family law matters are resolved. The vast majority of family cases settle outside of trial through negotiation, mediation, settlement discussions, or lawyer-assisted resolution. In fact, only a small percentage of family law cases …

When spouses or partners separate, dividing personal assets can already be complicated. When the parties also share a business, the situation often becomes even more complex. The intersection of business and divorce presents unique challenges that require careful consideration. Whether you jointly own a company, operate a family business, or one spouse helped build the …

For Ontario business owners, divorce can affect more than family finances. This guide explains what to organize early, what mistakes to avoid, and how to protect the business while meeting family law obligations.

When people think about divorce, much of the focus is on parenting arrangements and child support for younger children. But what happens when your children are already over 18? Navigating a divorce with adult children brings its own unique set of emotional and practical challenges for families. Many parents are surprised to learn that turning …

Divorce and separation can affect more than your emotions. Stress can change sleep, appetite, digestion, heart health, weight, energy and decision-making. This guide explains the health risks linked to separation, including broken heart syndrome, and offers practical steps to protect your body and mind during a difficult life transition.

When one spouse owns a business, divorce becomes more than a family law issue. This Ontario guide explains disclosure, valuation, cash flow, and support risks for high net worth spouses.