When you enter a marriage in Canada, you are entering an agreement of mutual trust with your partner. This requires mutual consent. What happens if you are coerced into signing a prenup agreement? This is called undue influence, and it can invalidate the contract. In this article, we will discuss undue influence, what happens if […] The post Marriage Contracts & Undue Influence: What are your next steps appeared first on Epstein & Associates ..read more

While family matters primarily fall under the jurisdiction of civil law, there are instances where a case can unexpectedly take a criminal turn. In this article, we’ll explore the circumstances under which a civil case may lead to criminal charges and shed light on the complexities that families may face. Understanding the Distinction Between Civil […] The post When can a civil case lead to criminal charges appeared first on Epstein & Associates ..read more

Divorce and separation can be stressful for families, however, your divorce does not need to cause family conflict. Whether you have children you want to protect or just want to come out of a divorce without confrontation, you may be wondering what options you have. If this is the case collaborative family law may be […] The post What is Collaborative Family Law? appeared first on Epstein & Associates ..read more

A marriage annulment in Ontario is a rare process used to end a marriage that was never valid. This is based on the principle that the marriage in question was not a legal contract from the start.  Annulments are different from divorce where the spouses are ending a valid marriage. The process of marriage annulment […] The post How to Get A Marriage Annulled in Ontario appeared first on Epstein & Associates ..read more

This past year has brought notable changes to the Divorce Act. Specific changes came into force on March 1, 2021 and additional federal support enforcement laws will come into force at different times over the next two years.  The changes to the Divorce Act amend Canada’s federal family laws related to divorce, parenting and enforcement […] The post What has changed in family law in Ontario in the past year appeared first on Epstein & Associates ..read more

What is a notable recent case in family law? In the world of family law, an important new case was decided in February 2022 called Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, 2022 ONSC 1303. This case has the potential to create large ripple effects in the practice of family law for some time to come because a new […] The post The Tort of Family Violence appeared first on Epstein & Associates ..read more

Although the two terms are often used interchangeably, Family Law is an umbrella term covering a broad range of legal topics that stem from family relationships. This includes spousal (i.e. marital and common-law) support, parent-child relationships and even family dependents relief applications.  What Is The Family Law Act? The Family Law Act is a statute […] The post Difference Between Divorce Act and Family Law Act in Ontario appeared first on Epstein & Associates ..read more