A Guide to Family Arbitration in Ontario
Author: Stephen M. Grant
Publisher:
Published: 2018-11
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ISBN-13: 9780433473008
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Stephen M. Grant
Publisher:
Published: 2018-11
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ISBN-13: 9780433473008
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Suzanne Kingston
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Published: 2022-05-31
Total Pages: 337
ISBN-13: 1526522098
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Family Law Arbitration is a guide to arbitration in family matters both financial and in respect of children. It sets out: - what is meant by arbitration - the process - the purpose - its benefits - important cases including arbitration decisions confirmed in the High Court It gives practitioners and lay individuals an understanding of family law arbitration, how it works in family matters and what can be expected when an arbitration proceeds, showing both the lawyers involved and the client all they need to know in terms of practice and procedure. There have been a number of developments since publication of the second edition in 2017 including numerous cases and revised practice guidance over the years which are referenced in the book In particular, there is new material on: - Arbitration – practical tips and a comparative table of family arbitration around the world - Children Scheme allowing leave to remain in Hague countries - The case of Haley v Haley which provided important considerations in relation to the appeal of family law arbitration. - Impact of Covid – many people are choosing arbitration over appearing in court. - The 'Certainty Project' and looking to the future. The practical nature of the work is enhanced by comprehensive Appendices: Forms and Precedents which include: - Draft letters to solicitors/client in respect of financial and children issues - A pre-commitment Questionnaire - Checklist for discussion at the IFLA Family Arbitration first meeting - Arbitrator's Terms of Engagement - A final checklist - Draft letters to HMCTS - Titles for New Square Omnibus Orders - Order to stay proceedings - Enforcement of an Arbitrator's Order - Securing attendance of witnesses Family Law Arbitration is essential reading for the judiciary, legal practitioners, local authorities, academics and students in the UK. It is also of interest to the legal profession, academics and students internationally as it provides a comparison of Family Law Arbitration in England and Wales with the regime in other jurisdictions as well as an understanding as to its advancement and development and why Arbitration in England and Wales can assist in international family law matters. This book has been used as a main resource of followers of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL). This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Family Law online service.
Author: John P. Schuman
Publisher: Lulu.com
Published: 2011-12-14
Total Pages: 208
ISBN-13: 1105271420
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Are you separating? You have no idea what to expect? What does getting married really mean? The Guide to the Basics of Ontario Family Law is for everyone who: is separating or divorcing, need to change an order or separation agreement, are involved with a children's aid society, are getting married or living "common law", or need to understand Ontario Family Law. It explains what to do after separating and then describes each step in the Family Court. The up-to-date explanations also include: alternatives to court, mediation, arbitration, collaborative law, and negotiation. Get an overview of Ontario Family Law for both for separated couples and people getting married. Discussions include: custody/access, child & spousal support, property division, restraining orders, marriage contracts/cohabitation agreements and other issues. There is help with children's aid society problems and adoption. The Guide has quick advice to avoid family court and tips on what to do, and not do, to get the best results possible.
Author: Malcolm C. Kronby
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2010-07-01
Total Pages: 434
ISBN-13: 0470676396
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A CANADIAN BESTSELLER FULLY REVISED AND UPDATED For more than 30 years, Canadian Family Law has helped us to understand the legal issues surrounding marriage, separation and divorce, child custody and support. Now in its tenth edition, Canadian Family Law provides information on recent developments in family law, such as same-sex marriage, alternative dispute resolution and child support. Among the topics covered are: The rights and obligations of marriage The components of a separation agreement Spousal support Child support and the new guidelines Guiding principles regarding custody of children Property rights and division of property The divorce procedure Domestic contracts The enforcement of agreements Mediation and arbitration A comparative analysis of family law statutes. Illustrated with case studies, Canadian Family Law is the standard reference guide that people who are contemplating marriage, or separation and divorce, turn to for informative, readable and authoritative commentary.
Author: John P Schuman C S
Publisher: Schumanlaw
Published: 2023-11-27
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780986799396
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →For over fifteen years, and through four editions, people have relied on the best selling Guide to the Basics of Ontario Family Law for straightforward advice on important decisions. But in that time, there has never been so many changes in Family Law as there have been since the last edition. Big changes to the federal and provincial laws, and judges taking new perspectives mean that the old ways of thinking can be dangerous. Now, more than ever, people entering, in, or leaving relationship need to understand the laws and how the system works. Whether you are getting married, separating, divorcing, changing a family law agreement or court order, or involved with a children's aid society, knowing how the Ontario Family Law System works and how to avoid some of its dangers really helps. For, this fifth edition of the Guide to the Basics of Ontario Family Law, Certified Specialist in Family Law, John Schuman, has substantially rewritten this well-respected and referenced guide. He provides clear explanations about the important family law issues that people face every day. A reference for anyone who needs to understand Ontario family law, the Guide to the Basics of Ontario Family Law helps answer questions, clarify the issues, and lessen the stress that is often associated with family law matters. Over 600 citations show the laws and court decisions that judges, and lawyers used everyday in Family Law. John Schuman presents the basics of Ontario family law from start to finish. He reviews marriage contracts and cohabitation agreements: what they are, why you need one, and how to do them properly. He also explains what happens when couples separate, including information on getting divorced, parenting time and decision making, child and spousal support and division of assets and debts. John Schuman explains all options - from negotiation to mediation to collaborative practice, to the government child support calculation service to going to court - and what to expect with each one. He even explains what to do when a Children's Aid Society calls and what to do at each step in to court.
Author: Barbara Landau
Publisher:
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 432
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Topics covered include an overview of mediation, dispute resolution, mediation in practice: issues, procedures, skills, custody and access, support and property, professional conduct.
Author: Michael G. Cochrane
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2011-11-07
Total Pages: 370
ISBN-13: 1118083962
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →When people are going through the emotional trauma of separation and divorce, they turn to Canada's best-selling guide to family law, Surviving Your Divorce. In it, family law expert Michael G. Cochrane, LL.B., answers questions such as: What are my rights? What will happen to the children? How much does divorce cost? Surviving Your Divorce is a non-technical book that explains the legal options available to married, common-law, and same-sex couples going through separation or divorce. This popular guide covers child custody, division of property, support, domestic violence, the rights of common-law couples, and much more provides tips and strategies to help you negotiate separation and divorce with your lawyer, potentially saving a lot of time and money includes real-life stories that illustrate the application of family law includes samples of key legal and financial documents, a comprehensive resource section, and a glossary of legal terms Be prepared for the process of divorcing. You can help your lawyer by knowing what questions to ask and what steps are involved. Considering self-representation? An entirely new chapter shows you how to build a framework for your case the same way lawyers do, with 50 tips on how to handle court appearances and more. "This readable, informative book is packed with all the information necessary to make informed decisions about marriage and divorce agreements. Cochrane has taken pains to describe just about every legal pitfall and divorce experience imaginable." —Calgary Herald "This book is not intended to convince you to go it alone, without a lawyer. It's designed, rather, to help you know what to expect. . . This is a book full of common-sense advice delivered in plain talk." —The Gazette (Montreal) Money- and Anxiety-Saving Strategies How to Help Your Lawyer Help You What Not to Do When Going through Divorce Secrets, Tactics, and Strategies Used by Lawyers How to Represent Yourself in Court
Author: Ann C. Wilton
Publisher:
Published: 2012
Total Pages: 346
ISBN-13: 9780779851867
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →"Family Law Arbitration in Canada provides the legislation, precedents, jurisprudence and insightful commentary necessary to assist counsel, arbitrators, mediators and the parties themselves in this ever-growing field."--Pub. desc.
Author: Mr John Philippe Schuman Cs
Publisher:
Published: 2018-02-16
Total Pages: 264
ISBN-13: 9780986799389
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →For ten years, and through four editions, people have relied on the best selling Guide to the Basics of Ontario Family Law for straightforward advice on important decisions. Whether you are getting married, separating, divorcing, changing a family law agreement or court order, or involved with a children's aid society, knowing how the Ontario Family Law System works and how to avoid some of its dangers really helps. The expanded and updated fourth edition of the Guide to the Basics of Ontario Family Law, Certified Specialist in Family Law, John Schuman, provides clear explanations about the important family law issues that people face every day. A reference for anyone who needs to understand Ontario family law, the Guide to the Basics of Ontario Family Law helps answer questions, clarify the issues, and lessen the stress that is often associated with family law matters. Almost 600 citations show the laws and court decisions that judges, and lawyers used everyday in Family Law. John Schuman presents the basics of Ontario family law from start to finish. He reviews marriage contracts and cohabitation agreements: what they are, why you need one, and how to do them properly. He also explains what happens when couples separate, including information on getting divorced, custody, access, parenting concerns, child and spousal support and division of assets and debts. John Schuman explains all options - from negotiation to mediation to collaborative practice, to the government child support calculation service to going to court - and what to expect with each one. He even explains what to do when a Children's Aid Society calls and what to do at each step in to court.