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Understanding Post-Separation Income Sharing: Chappel J.’s 15 Principles

In the legal landscape of family law, determining whether a recipient spouse should share in the payor spouse’s post-separation income increases can be complex. Chappel J.’s decision in Kinsella v. Mills outlines 15 key principles guiding such determinations: These principles underscore the importance of a detailed, case-specific approach in family law when Read more

Income Imputation – Not So Easy!

In the case de Pimentel v Rodriguez, 2024 ONSC 2844, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice reviewed an uncontested family law application involving complex issues of spousal and child support, financial disclosure, and property division. Key Facts and Issues: This case highlights the complexities of family law, especially in situations involving Read more

All About Disclosure

In Frost v. Frost, 2024 ONSC 2594 (CanLII), <https://canlii.ca/t/k4ggj> the Ontario Superior Court dealt with a motion brought by the Respondent regarding alleged breaches of court orders and non-compliance with Family Law Rules (FLR) regarding disclosure. The Respondent seeks an order for disclosure and costs. The Applicant opposes the motion, asserting Read more