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  WHAT LEGAL SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE TO ME?  
 

At Bortolussi Family Law we provide legal advice and representation in all areas of Family Law.

Our dedicated lawyers will represent you with confidence, professionalism and skill, both in and out of court on all issues whether you are common law spouses, getting married, legally married or separating.

Our lawyers will discuss and recommend which process best suits your needs. This may involve starting a court proceeding or going to arbitration. Negotiation, Mediation and Collaborative Practice are also available to assist in reaching a resolution when you require a separation agreement, cohabitation agreement, pre-nuptial agreement, marriage contract or paternity agreement.

 
   
  WHY DO I REQUIRE THE ASSISTANCE OF A LAWYER?  
 

The beginning or end of a family relationship often results in legal consequences. Our lawyers will ensure you are fully aware of these legal issues and their consequences.

Every person and every case is different. That is why we must understand your individual needs and goals. We will explain and clarify your rights, obligations and options so that you make informed decisions knowing the consequences of your choices.

 
     
 

WHEN DO I REQUIRE LEGAL ADVICE?

 
  The best results are obtained for you when our lawyers are able to work with you as early in the situation as possible.  
     
 
 
 
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WHAT ARE THE LEGAL ISSUES THAT MAY ARISE?
CHILDREN
  ● Custody
● Access
● Moving the Residence of a Child (Mobility)
● Paternity
● Child abduction and child protection
   
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
 

● Child Support
● Spousal Support
● Enforcement of Support Payments
● Variation of Support
● Family Responsibility Office (FRO) Disputes

   
DIVISION AND EQUALIZATION OF PROPERTY
 

● Exclusive Possession of the Matrimonial
   Home and Contents
● Sale of the Matrimonial Home
● Preservation and Non-Depletion of Property
● Equalization of Net Family Property
● Unequal Division of Net Family Property
● Ownership Rights and Interests in Property

   
SAFETY  
 

● Restraining Orders
● Non-Harassment Orders

   
TERMINATION OF THE MARRIAGE  
 

● Divorce: termination of a legal marriage by
   Order of the Civil Courts
● Annulment: declaration of nullity of the
   marriage by Order of the Civil Courts

   
REMARRIAGE  
 

● Divorce or Annulment
● Recognition in Ontario of a Foreign Divorce    Decree requiring the opinion of an Ontario    lawyer