Ontario family law insights.
Plain-language articles on Ontario family law — how the process works, what the law actually says, and where it tends to get decided. New articles added regularly. Every matter below is handled by Ryan Manilla on a flat fee, with a free consultation to start.
Divorce in Ontario
Grounds, the one-year separation, simple vs. joint vs. contested, and what a divorce does and does not resolve.
Read moreSeparation agreement vs. going to court
The two paths to settle the issues that come with a separation, and when each one makes sense.
Read moreSteps in a family law proceeding
The roadmap of a contested case in Ontario, from the application through to trial.
Read moreChild support
How the table amount and section 7 expenses work under the Federal Child Support Guidelines.
Read moreSpousal support
Entitlement comes first, then the SSAG ranges for amount and duration.
Read moreEqualization of net family property
How Ontario divides the growth in spouses' wealth during the marriage, and the matrimonial-home rule.
Read moreMotion to change
Changing a final order or agreement after a material change in circumstances.
Read moreFinancial disclosure
The sworn financial statement, the ongoing duty, and the real cost of hiding assets.
Read moreConferences
Case, settlement, and trial management conferences, and what each one is for.
Read moreMotions
Getting temporary relief while your case runs, and the case-conference-first rule.
Read moreTrial management conference
The last step before trial: confirming readiness and a final push to settle.
Read moreTrial
The final hearing, the onus of proof, and the costs consequences.
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