Divorce is rarely an easy process — even when the divorcing parties are generally in agreement. More often, there will be disputes and disagreements about how to fairly divide assets, and confusion over property status can make the process even more daunting. When you’re going through a divorce, you want things to go as smoothly …
Transmutation Of Property: When Separate Property Becomes Marital Property Read More »
Is your spouse hiding money or other assets during divorce proceedings? A divorce can be one of the most difficult and contentious times in a person’s life. The process is often incredibly emotional, so working through the personal dynamics is hard enough. When you add in the logistical work of equitably and honestly splitting up …
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Is it true that half of the marriages in Canada end in divorce? Since divorce data in the country stopped being published and analyzed more than a decade ago by Statistics Canada, it is impossible to know for sure. The divorce trends in the U.S. and Europe, along with alternative methods of gathering and analyzing …
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What is a Cohabitation Agreement? Whether you are currently cohabiting or planning to move in with your partner, you should consider entering into an agreement that sets out your rights and obligations should the relationship come to an end. The goal of a Cohabitation Agreement is to ensure both parties know where they would stand …
How Does the Collaborative Divorce Process Work? Collaborative divorce is an alternative to the adversarial nature of many divorces, requiring both parties to enter into the process voluntarily. When a couple agrees to a collaborative divorce, they are making a commitment to resolve their issues respectfully and cooperatively, avoiding court and other adversarial proceedings. Those …