Pocket Change: The Case for Varying Child Support Orders
Case for Varying Child Support OrdersVarying a child support order is a common application after separation and divorce, often made to reduce the amount being paid.
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Save it for Later: Attempting to Sever Corollary Relief
Attempting to Sever Corollary ReliefIn family law, the main relief being sought from the Court is a Divorce Judgement.
Smart Apart: The Value of a Parenting Course After Separation
The Value of a Parenting Course After SeparationOne of the best resources to help navigate the difficult process of separation and divorce is a parenting course.
Out of Your Lane: ICBC Can Take Your Driver’s License if You Owe Support
ICBC Can Take Your Driver’s License if You Owe SupportChild support and spousal support, despite being ordered by The Court, are often not paid.
What Goes Around Comes Around: Avoiding Retroactive Child Support
Avoiding Retroactive Child SupportThe obligation to pay child support after separation – mandated by both Federal and Provincial legislation – is something most separated or divorced parents are well aware...
Meet Me in the Middle: The Place and Purpose of Parenting Coordination
Parenting CoordinationIn theory, when a parenting order or divorce / separation agreement is in place, you and your ex should be able to co-parent without dispute.
Taking the High Road: How to Handle High Conflict Co-Parenting
How to Handle High Conflict Co-ParentingFor all intents and purposes, having children with another person means a shared relationship for the rest of your life.
In Your Court: Should I Go Provincial or Supreme?
Provincial Court or the Supreme Court?Most people getting separated or divorced are dealing with family law issues for the first time.
In the Name of the Father: A Few Thoughts on Contested Paternity
A Few Thoughts on Contested PaternityIf you think the biological father reveals on Jerry Springer are emotionally charged, you ain’t seen nothing.
A Little Extra Support: Who Pays for the Dentist and Soccer?
A Little Extra Support: Who Pays for the Dentist and Soccer?When parents separate, they quickly learn there are two types of child support in Canada’s Child Support Guidelines: Section 3 and...
Hidden Figures: Imputing Income for Child or Spousal Support
Imputing Income for Child or Spousal SupportFor as long as there have been taxes, there have been those seeking to hide income.
Dollars And Sense: Our Free Child Support Calculator
Our Free Child Support CalculatorDetermining child support – the regular payment made by one parent to another following separation or divorce – has long had the reputation of being a...
The Price of the Pandemic: Changing Child Support Due to COVID-19
Changing Child Support Due to COVID-19The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has many parents wondering about their child support obligations or entitlements in light of layoffs, decreased earnings, and diminished childcare options.