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Tort Of Family Violence

The Supreme Court of Canada has recently heard an appeal about whether the Ontario Superior Court should have created a tort of family violence.

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Lindsay Kenney LLP

Court Of Appeal Summary (July 7 – 11, 2025)

Following are our summaries of the civil decisions of the Court of Appeal for Ontario for the week of July 7-11, 2025.It was a light week.

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

Child Support: Boucher v Boucher, 2025 MBCA 39 (CanLII)

The Manitoba Court of Appeal's decision in Boucher v Boucher, 2025 MBCA 39 (CanLII) purports to clarify the obligations of a payor parent who is an officer, and director, but does not control a corporation...

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Taylor McCaffrey

Princess Consuela: Or Why No One Ever Gets Away Scott-free When Bad Faith Is Involved

In a recent 2025 Ontario Superior Court decision, Scott v Scott, a rare full indemnity costs award was made by Justice Heeney against a husband whose conduct crossed the line from banal unreasonableness...

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Sorbara Law

Collaborative Divorce: Neutral Professionals

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Sorbara Law

Understanding Reunification Therapy - Healing Parent-Child Relationships After Separation

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Sorbara Law

Court Of Appeal Summaries (June 23-27, 2025)

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

Limites applicables aux réclamations en droit de la famille à l'encontre d'une succession : ce que révèle l'affaire O'Reilly v O'Reilly

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Miller Thomson LLP

Dog Law: Emerging Trends In Pet Related Disputes

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Procido LLP

McCrone v. Henry Estate: From Escort To Estate Beneficiary?

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Miller Thomson LLP

Court Of Appeal Summaries (June 16-20, 2025)

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

Court Of Appeal Summaries (June 9-13, 2025)

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

Questioning In Family Law: Unlocking The Evidence Vault

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Lerners LLP

More Than Just Roommates: What The Thauberger Estate Decision Teaches Us About Marriage-Like Relationships In B.C.

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Miller Thomson LLP

Don't Use Severance As Leverage: Courts Are Not Impressed

Canada Employment

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Spring Law

Frustration Of Contract: When Performance Becomes Impossible

Canada Employment

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McCague Borlack LLP

Wagg Motions: Reforms Needed To Stop Delays And Unnecessary Costs When Accessing Criminal Records For Civil Sexual Assault Proceedings

Canada Litigation

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Lerners LLP

Stablecorp Raises $2.5 Million For QCAD Stablecoin

Canada Technology

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Goodmans LLP

Conflit d'intérêts dans l'administration d'une succession : ce que l'affaire Virdi Estate (Re) enseigne aux exécuteurs testamentaires

Canada Litigation

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Miller Thomson LLP

Limits Of Family Law Claims Against An Estate: What O'Reilly v O'Reilly Reveals

The priority of claims against an estate raises important issues of public policy. The competing interests of creditors, dependent family members and beneficiaries...

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Miller Thomson LLP

BTC Series: What Are A Few Tips Before Starting The Separation Process? (Video)

Our Beyond The Courtroom Series: our experts are answering your questions through our short video-podcast series. Get informed answers to the legal questions that matter most to you.

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Watson Goepel LLP

Understanding The Matrimonial Home And Its Equalization In Divorce

Divorce and separation often bring complicated legal matters to the forefront, particularly when it comes to dividing property. One of the key concepts in property division is the matrimonial home.

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Sorbara Law

Court Of Appeal Summaries (May 26-30)

Following are our summaries of the civil decisions of the Court of Appeal for Ontario for the week of May 26, 2025.

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

An (Es)cheat Sheet: When The Government Inherits A Deceased's Estate

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Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP

Child Relocation Comparative Guide

Gene C. Colman Family Law Centre

Trial Prep 101: A Practical Guide For Lawyers (And A Message For Clients Who Want To Win)

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Lerners LLP

AI Gone Awry: The Unauthorized Use Of AI In Courts

Canada Technology

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Torkin Manes LLP

Factum Containing Fake Case Law Likely Generated By AI Submitted In Ontario Litigation (Ko v. Li)

Canada Technology

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Gardiner Roberts LLP

Updated Policies And Procedures – Surrogate Case Conferences

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Bishop & McKenzie

Mediation: Employing The Notice To Mediate

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Watson Goepel LLP

Navigating Self-Represented Litigants In Family Law Trials

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Lerners LLP

Court Of Appeal Summaries (April 28 – May 2, 2025)

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

BTC Series: What Are The Common Mistakes That Clients Should Avoid In Their Family Case? (Video) - Raha Seyed Ali

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Watson Goepel LLP

Mediation: Employing The Notice To Mediate

Mediation is a process in which parties involved in contemplated or ongoing litigation attempt to settle their differences with the assistance of a neutral mediator.

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Watson Goepel LLP

Navigating Self-Represented Litigants In Family Law Trials

Navigating family law litigation is a practice that demands not only mastery of legal concepts but also adaptability and empathy.

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Lerners LLP

Court Of Appeal Summaries (April 28 – May 2, 2025)

In North v. Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, the certification judge had certified a class against against BMW as a result of defective N20 engines. On appeal, the certification was set aside...

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

BTC Series: What Are The Common Mistakes That Clients Should Avoid In Their Family Case? (Video) - Raha Seyed Ali

That is a great question. One example is when they ignore or delay financial disclosure, or they disregard court orders and agreements. Another example is when they let their emotion drive their decisions...

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Watson Goepel LLP

Q&A On Protecting Family Enterprises Through Collaborative Family Law

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Bennett Jones LLP

CPD-Accredited: Parenting On A Different Path Event Recording (Video)

Parenting a child with disabilities or neurodiverse needs is a unique and rewarding experience. But it can also bring moments of overwhelm, isolation, and tremendous strain on mental health.

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Gluckstein Lawyers

Court Of Appeal Summaries (April 14-18, 2025)

Following are our summaries of the civil decisions of the Court of Appeal for Ontario for the week of April 14, 2025. Family law was the theme of the week.

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

BTC Series: Can I Draft My Own Agreement? (Video)

Our experts are answering your questions through our short video-podcast series.

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Watson Goepel LLP

Who Gets The Dog After A Break-Up? Pets And Property Division

The recent decision in Glassen v. Glassen, 2025 BCSC 640, marks the first time a BC court has applied the new companion animal provisions of the Family Law Act in a final decision.

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Clark Wilson LLP

Beyond Succession: Protecting Family Enterprises Through Collaborative Family Law (Podcast)

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Bennett Jones LLP

Court Of Appeal Summaries (April 7-11, 2025)

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

When Love Becomes Exploitation: The Estate Planning Risks Of Predatory Marriages

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Miller Thomson LLP

Who Is Considered A Parent?

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Nelligan Law

The Osgoode Certificate In Family Law Skills And Practice

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Torkin Manes LLP

Court Of Appeal Summaries (March 24 – 28, 2025)

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

BTC Series: A Tip For Tax Season (Video)

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Watson Goepel LLP

Family Law Courts Address Impact Of Intimate Partner Violence In Divorce Cases

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Torkin Manes LLP

Family Violence, What Is It And How Does It Affect My Separation / Divorce?

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Rashidy & Associates

Divorce-Proofing Your Intellectual Property: How To Keep Your Genius Out Of The Marital Asset Split

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Nelligan Law

Faithfully Wed But Legally Misled?

Canada Insurance

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SBA Lawyers LLP

Court Of Appeal Summaries (March 10-14, 2025)

Canada Litigation

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

Doing The Difficult Thing: Parenthood And The Importance Of Support Systems

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Lerners LLP

When Bonds Aren't Worth It: Seeking To Dispense With Bonds In Guardianship Applications

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Casey & Moss LLP

Who Are "Spouses" Under BC's Family Law Act?

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Lindsay Kenney LLP

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BTC Series: A Tip For Tax Season (Video)

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Watson Goepel LLP

Canada Startup Visa – Should I INCLUDE My Family In My APPLICATION? – Canada PR (Video)

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INGWE

Michael Zimmerman Featured On CKNW Morning Show (Video)

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Lindsay Kenney LLP

Love & (Predatory) Marriage (Video)

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Gowling WLG

What Can I Do If CAS Has Custody Of My Child? (Video)

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Devry Smith Frank LLP

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