Our Practice Areas
Mediation
Mediation is a method of dispute resolution whereby the parties retain a third-party professional to assist them in reaching an agreement.
This is a co-operative, problem solving process, where the mediator's role is that of a facilitator. The goal is to build consensus between litigious or potentially litigious parties.
Arbitration
Arbitration is a legal procedure where the parties agree to appoint a person, who becomes the arbitrator, to review the evidence and arguments of the parties and render a decision, called an award, which is binding.
Med/Arb is a two-step process where the parties retain one person to assist them in reaching a negotiated agreement, failing which they confer on that professional to make a binding decision.
Litigation/Court
Navigating Justice through Advocacy
Assuming negotiation does not produce an agreement and alternative dispute resolution is not pursued, one party may commence a court case to change the status quo.
In some instances, a court case may be necessary, including matters relating to parental alienation or child abduction.
Family Law Services
We can assist with a variety of different family law concerns:
Child Custody
& Parenting Disputes
Decision-making authority;
Parenting time;
High-conflict parenting disputes;
Parental alienation;
Grandparent access;
Tailored parenting plans.
Child Support
We will explore the difference between government-mandated Table child support and extraordinary and special expenses, Section 7 expenses;
Enforcement of support.
Spousal Support
Periodic or lump sum payments;
Tax benefits/consequences;
Enforcement of support.
Property Division
Asset evaluation;
Division strategy;
Division of pensi0n;
Issues pertaining to Matrimonial Home.
Separation Agreements
Assisting couples in reaching amicable agreements through mediation or negotiation sessions;
Legal compliance;
Document drafting and review;
Enforcement of agreements.
Marriage Contracts
Drafting contracts;
Disclosure requirements;
Post-nuptial agreements;
Conflict resolution;
Facilitating negotiations.
Cohabitation Agreements
Are you moving in with your partner and would like to know more about your rights and obligations?
Relocation
Drafting agreements and/or Court Application;
Providing legal guidance and advice throughout the negotiation and litigation process;
Review and modification.
Analysis of
Expert Involvement
We know when to include a Certified Business Valuator on your matter;
Business Valuation vs. Income Valuation.
Parenting Coordination
We can assist to see if a parenting coordinator is right for your matter.
Chattel Division
Chattel division is the process of separating household items. Chattel division is not the same as property division.
Divorce
Applying for a divorce to the court is an administrative process that we can help with.
Looking to remarry? We can advise you what you need to get remarried after a divorce.
