Publisher	Irwin Law Inc.
Publication Year	2023

ISBN: 9781552217146

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A Basic Guide to Canadian Family Law

What Everybody Needs to Know About Canadian Family Law but Could Never Afford to Ask

A Basic Guide to Canadian Family Law is written for the average Canadian, but will no doubt also be of great use to judges, lawyers, mediators, and others who engage in family dispute resolution. It will be of special interest to those who are contemplating separation or divorce and are looking for basic information about the legal consequences they will face and about the alternative methods available for resolving domestic disputes. Lawyers, mediators, and other professionals who engage in dispute resolution may find it useful for their clients, as will self-represented litigants. This book will also be of interest to students in schools, colleges, and universities who need a bird’s-eye view of Canadian family law before embarking on more detailed studies. Any member of the general public who is interested in their rights and obligations under Canada’s current family law system will find what they need in this informative and accessible text.

Chapter	Pages	Year	Price
Chapter 1: The Nature, Evolution, and Sources of Canadian Family Law; Self-Represented Parties A. Definition of Family B. The Nature of Family Law C. The Evolution of Canadian Family Law: Past, Present, and Future D. Sources of Family Law E. Legislative Powers Concerning Family Law F. … View	14	2023	$1.40
Chapter 2: Marriage A. Definition of “Marriage”; Same-Sex Marriage B. Monogamous and Polygamous Marriages C. Validity of Marriage; Applicable Laws D. Non-consummation of Marriage E. Bars to Annulment F. … View	8	2023	$0.80
Chapter 3: Cohabitational Relationships A. Introduction B. Legal Consequences of Unmarried Cohabitation Compared to Marriage C. Support Rights and Obligations Between Unmarried Cohabitants D. Property Rights E. Testate and Intestate … View	11	2023	$1.10
Chapter 4: Domestic Contracts A. Definition of Domestic Contracts B. Domestic Contracts Under the Ontario Family Law Act C. Marriage Contracts D. Limitations on the Contents of Marriage Contracts; Differences Between Marriage … View	15	2023	$1.50
Chapter 5: Family Violence A. Introduction B. Spousal Abuse C. Child Abuse D. Questions and Answers View	26	2023	$2.60
Chapter 6: Family Dispute Resolution A. Introduction B. Duties of the Parties and the Legal Profession to Promote the Consensual Resolution of Disputes C. Counselling Services D. Negotiation E. Mediation F. Arbitration G. Med-Arb H. … View	37	2023	$3.70
Chapter 7: Divorce A. Introduction B. Marriage Breakdown as the Sole Ground for Divorce C. Marriage Breakdown D. Bars to Divorce E. Conscientious Objections to Divorce F. Effective Date of Divorce Judgment; Right … View	16	2023	$1.60
Chapter 8: Parenting Arrangements A. The Emotional Crisis of Children Exposed to Parental Separation and Divorce B. Parenting After Separation and Divorce: Legal Criteria C. Relevant Definitions D. National Effect of Orders; … View	35	2023	$3.50
Chapter 9: Child Support A. General Observations B. Income Tax C. Determination of Parental Income D. Presumptive Rule; Section 7 Expenses E. Exceptions to the Presumptive Rule Hybrid of Parenting Arrangements F. Effect … View	28	2023	$2.80
Chapter 10: Spousal Support A. Introduction B. Definition of “Spouse” and “Spousal Support” C. Diverse Types of Orders D. Determining Spousal Support Under the Divorce Act: Relevant Factors and … View	26	2023	$2.60
Chapter 11: Matrimonial Property A. Matrimonial Property View	2	2023	$0.20

A Basic Guide to Canadian Family Law

What Everybody Needs to Know About Canadian Family Law but Could Never Afford to Ask

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