Holiday Separations: 7 Critical Considerations
Separating during the holiday season can be complicated, balancing your own needs with...
Children Want to Tell you 10 Special Things
I’m not your messenger: Please talk directly to each other and don’t leave letters to...
How Do I Figure Out a Checklist of What Matters to Me?
The first question should focus on how you want to proceed. Here’s an example: Do you...
Best Interests of the Child: A Universal Test
The very first consideration of separating and divorcing parents is about their...
Effective Parenting Plans: 5 Basics
Unique to each family: Each member’s needs and desires should be taken into account...
PROBLEM SOLVING: THE FAMILY PARENTING PLAN
My earlier blog on Designing a Parenting Plan addressed the nuts and bolts of...
The Teenagers’ Voice in Family Law Settlements
I recall a client telling me that we didn’t have to discuss the needs of his eldest...
Designing A Child-Focused Parenting Plan
Whether your children are newborns or young adults, they have an undisputed legal...
Customizing a Private Approach or Going Public
One of my best friends, Jim, is facing what he sees as a tough road ahead. It’s not...
Posted October 22, 2013
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Arbitration, Child Support, Cohabitation Agreements, Collaborative Approach, Consultations, Custody & Access, Divorce, Family Business, Independent Legal Advice, Marriage Contracts, Mediation, Negotiation, Post Separation Changes, Property Sharing for Common Law Partners, Separation Agreements, Silver Separation - Grey Divorce, Spousal Support
Step Up: Collaborate!
First Thoughts Whether you are entering into a relationship; already sharing a home...
Posted November 14, 2011
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Arbitration, Child Support, Cohabitation Agreements, Collaborative Divorce & Toronto Family Law, Consultations, Custody & Access, Divorce, Family Business, Independent Legal Advice, Litigation, Marriage Contracts, Mediation, Negotiation, Post Separation Changes, Property Division for Married Couples, Separation Agreements, Silver Separation - Grey Divorce
The Toddler, His Toy and a New Skill
Introducing the Collaborative Process I stopped to watch this little toddler and his...
Posted January 14, 2011
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Arbitration, Child Support, Cohabitation Agreements, Collaborative Divorce & Toronto Family Law, Consultations, Custody & Access, Divorce, Family Business, Independent Legal Advice, Litigation, Marriage Contracts, Mediation, Negotiation, Post Separation Changes, Property Division for Married Couples, Separation Agreements, Silver Separation - Grey Divorce