Family Law Articles
Family property defined
When two people marry, share a home, and start a family together, they are bound to acquire properties. In most cases partners bring in their belongings into the marriage; receive gifts during the course of the relationship and also incur debts either separately or jointly. While the marriage is still intact division of property is not usually an issue. However, once there is a marriage breakdown property division becomes a big issue, and then the need of correctly determining the meaning of family property arises. Dawn Bennett is an experienced Mississauga family lawyer and will assist you in determining and … Continue reading
Divorcing and determining your rights to the matrimonial home
For many married couples, the matrimonial home is their primary asset. It holds a multitude of memories and provides shelter and safety for the whole family. This makes the matrimonial home a key element in the division of property when there is a marriage breakdown. With a wealth of experience in divorce and family law, Dawn Bennett assists couples in finding a negotiation-based resolution, in dealing with issues that relate to the matrimonial home. Matrimonial home The Ontario Family Law Act defines “matrimonial home” as every property in which a person has an interest and is or was ordinarily occupied … Continue reading