Child support for an adult child: What you need to know
When a child turns 18, many parents believe that child support automatically ends. However, this is a common misconception. In Quebec, child support for an adult child may continue as
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The Amicable Divorce: An Effective Procedure
Our justice system places great value on an individualistic approach where the rights of the individual must be recognized and upheld. The problem with this approach, is that traditional litigation is often limited in achieving the delivery of justice in a timely and accessible forum.
Family Mediation
Our justice system places great value on an individualistic approach where the rights of the individual must be recognized and upheld. The problem with this approach, is that traditional litigation is often limited in achieving the delivery of justice in a timely and accessible forum.
The Parental Union Regime
Our justice system places great value on an individualistic approach where the rights of the individual must be recognized and upheld. The problem with this approach, is that traditional litigation is often limited in achieving the delivery of justice in a timely and accessible forum.
Droit de la famille – 133419, 2013 QCCS 6979
Issue: Criterion considered to satisfy shared custody. Decision: The Court reiterates the criterion for shared custody, namely: The needs of the child; the parental capacity to meet the needs of the child...
The pathway towards a timely and effective settlement of your case
Our justice system places great value on an individualistic approach where the rights of the individual must be recognized and upheld. The problem with this approach, is that traditional litigation is often limited in achieving the delivery of justice in a timely and accessible forum.
How to avoid costly litigation through alternate dispute resolution
Whether it be matters of divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, employment law, or latent defects, the cost of litigation, its delays, long trials, complex procedures and other barriers are making it difficult for more and more Canadians to exercise their legal rights.
Divorce: what you need to know
Is your relationship at a point where you are definitely considering a divorce? This article will help you better understand the different elements to consider for your divorce.
Separation of “common-law” (de facto) couples
Under the Civil Code of Quebec, the status of a de facto spouse is not recognized. So, in the event of a separation, they do not benefit from the same protections as married or civil union spouses. But what are the rights of de facto spouses at separation?
What are my rights if I am stopped by the police? What do I say?
If a police officer stops you to ask you questions, here are a few guidelines. Start, by being polite. If the police detain you for investigative purposes, or if you are under arrest, the police are subject to several important obligations regarding your constitutional (Charter) rights.