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This is part 2 in a series of 3 articles.  Click here for Part 1 and Part 3.Child Support – The May 1, 1997 DivideThe taxable status of child support is fairly straightforward under the current Income Tax Act.  The current rules provide that child support is not taxable to the recipient and, accordingly, it is not tax deductible to the payor.  That is, it is paid with after tax dollars which do not attract tax…

As reported in the Law Times, Monday June 20, 2011, Canada’s first ever integrated domestic violence court has opened at 311 Jarvis St. Courthouse.  The Domestic Violence Court will manage domestic assault cases and provide early intervention in abusive domestic situations.  It will also enhance support for victims.  The project allows parties who have both criminal and family issues the option to have their case managed by a single judge.  This is a two year…

1. Protect your rights- When a relationship breaks down, the family law system can be difficult to navigate through. Not all situations are handled the same way. Married spouses have some different rights than common law spouses, long term marriages can be treated differently under the law than short term marriages, and parties with children can raise a host of legal issues. Before you sign a settlement or head to court, you should know your…