We often hear that Canadian courts are severely busy and backlogged, which has only been further amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. Some clients have waited many weeks or even months to have their matters resolved. This can cause feelings of stress and anxiety, as some clients are under certain conditions or restrictions that can affect...Read More
In May 2026, the Supreme Court of Canada recognized a new tort of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), addressing patterns of abuse within intimate relationships. This marks a significant development in Canadian law. Historically, family and tort law often treated abuse as a series of separate physical incidents involving imminent harm. By recognizing intimate partner violence...Read More
Planning a wedding is an exciting journey, filled with decisions that reflect your unique style and values. One of the most cherished trends today is having a family member officiate your wedding ceremony. This personal touch not only adds a layer of intimacy but also allows you to celebrate your love in a way that...Read More
Just in case parents didn’t already have to deal with enough things when going through a separation or divorce, enter COVID-19 vaccinations and people being on either side of — to get the vaxx — or not. This is quickly becoming a top contested issue between separated and divorced parents. Who gets to decide? Will...Read More
I often write about things that could arise or are important after two people break up but this blog will focus on whether or not a relationship is “common-law” or what you should know if you’re not married and your relationship ends. True or False – a couple who is living together and have hit...Read More
Recently in Fredericton Provincial Court, a 31-year-old mother was sentenced to house arrest for six-months for assaulting another person with a baseball bat. The mother claimed she was standing up for her young son who was being bullied by the person she hit. At sentencing, the Judge denounced that behavior, noting that it is not...Read More
With Valentine’s Day just behind us, this is the love issue. Separated or divorced parents fall in love again and find themselves in new relationships. What would the Court think? Any do’s or don’ts? This is a frequent topic of interest during a family law file. Of course, humans heal from break ups and most...Read More
Merry Christmas ladies! I may have a special gift for you… How many of you are holding onto his last name believing that you have to be divorced in order to take your name back? I am here to tell you that you don’t need to wait to take your last name back! You can...Read More
