Arrangements for the kids: The best interests of the child test
When parents separate, they must make arrangements for their children, including where children spend their time and how decisions are made. The best interests of the child test is the test that is applied by a family court judge to decide parenting arrangements. This test is the only test that the court can use for…
Read moreMediation should not be a default resolution process in cases of intimate partner abuse
In his August 19th article, Considering mediation as a default resolution process in light of new family law duties in The Lawyer’s Daily, Oren Weinberg makes a strong case for the value of mediation for people seeking to resolve family law disputes. I don’t disagree with anything he says. Mediation can be extremely helpful and…
Read moreNational Action Plan infographic: Improving justice for all women
Why should we make legal and justice systems more inclusive, responsive and equitable?
Read moreFamily court operations: Guide for the pandemic
Luke’s Place has just launched a new resource that guides women and workers on Ontario’s family court operations. In March 2020, family courts moved quickly and efficiently to ensure their operations were consistent with provincial public health protocols put in place to limit spread of the COVID-19 virus. During this process, many of those involved…
Read moreWork with us! Wanted: Legal Support Worker/Family Court Support Worker
Parental Leave Contract Luke’s Place is seeking a full time, experienced (minimum 3 years), Legal Support Worker/Family Court Support Worker to provide professional delivery of its innovative programs and services to women who have been subjected to intimate partner abuse. Luke’s Place is the only stand-alone family law support centre in Canada for women who…
Read morePeace bonds: You can now apply remotely
Anyone wishing to apply for a peace bond can now do so online.
Read moreInfographic: #WhatWillItTake?
The values and principles that inform the report on the National Action Plan on Violence Against Women and Gender-based Violence.
Read moreWhat does the revised Divorce Act say about parenting plans?
The changes to the Divorce Act give parenting plans a more formal role than they have had in the past, so it is worth discussing them with any of your clients who are using the Divorce Act to resolve post-separation parenting issues. Parenting plans can also be a useful tool for parents who need a…
Read moreInfographic: A roadmap to a Canada that’s free of gender-based violence
The report for the National Action Plan on Violence Against Women and Gender-based Violence is a ready roadmap for change. Here’s how it works:
Read moreCase law: Important Supreme Court child support decision
This case provides a clear framework for dealing with child support arrears and requests by payers for retroactive reductions in child support.
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