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Of course! And that shouldn’t surprise anyone. Just like knowing the rules of the road can make you a safer driver, knowing the pitfalls of family law beforehand can prevent you from making regrettable decisions and costly mistakes. The more you know, the more likely you are to be able to protect yourself and the ones you love. As a family law practitioner, I am continually amazed, and dismayed, by the myths and misinformation still…

In April, a panel of 5 judges, as opposed to the more usual 3 judge panel, from Court of Appeal released its’ decision in Davis v. Crawford, 2011 ONCA 294.  The decision highlights the absolute necessity to make full and frank financial disclosure in family law cases.  Don’t expect to be successful on appeal if you didn’t make full disclosure at trial.The trial judge had made findings regarding Mr. Crawford’s assets and his representations regarding…

Chief Justice Warren K. Winkler gave the keynote address Wednesday March 30, 2011 at the Women’s Law Association of Ontario dinner held at the King Edward Hotel.  Justice Winkler’s generous nature and thoughtful insights were the focus of the evening as he shared his twelve tips on how to succeed as a Lawyer.  The Chief Justice’s wisdom and anecdotes kept everyone in the room captivated.Kathryn Hendrikx is the current Vice President of the Women’s Law…