CustodyMate: What is “access”? What is the difference between custody and access?
Custody is about decision-making. Access is about how much time children spend with each parent. Children’s access arrangements can vary greatly. In some situations, children live primarily with one parent and visit regularly with the other. In others, children divide their time equally or almost equally between the parents’ homes.
OCLCustodyMate: What does the Office of the Children’s Lawyer (OCL) do in child protection cases?
The OCL has lawyers across Ontario who can represent children and youth in child protection cases in court. They can also help with related matters, such as Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), complaints about services received from a CAS, and adoption and openness cases.
DivorceCustodymate: Unplanned Chaos: The Collateral Damage of Disorganization in Divorce
Divorce can be an emotionally taxing and logistically complex process. When two lives that have been intertwined are suddenly separated, the path to dividing assets, responsibilities, and time can be fraught with obstacles. One of the most common yet overlooked challenges is the inability to properly plan and coordinate schedules, locations, and financial obligations. The lack of structure and foresight in these areas can lead to conflict, misunderstandings, and unnecessary strife.
Unable To See Your ChildrenCustodyMate: Unable To See Your Children (Top 4 of 10)
It's a sad reality that in too many families, parents are prevented from seeing their children during custody battles. It's hard enough for kids to deal with their parent's divorce, but when they're caught in the middle of a custody battle, it can be even harder.
DivorceCustodymate: The Unseen Victim of Divorce: The Employer's Dilemma
Divorce is commonly regarded as a private matter, affecting only the individuals and families directly involved. Yet, there are ripples that extend beyond the immediate personal sphere, reaching into workplaces and impacting employers in ways that are often overlooked. The effects of divorce on productivity, time management, and profitability are profound but frequently underestimated.
DivorceCustodymate: The Unseen Ripple: How Divorce Affects Government and Society
Divorce is not just a personal or familial matter; it has broader societal implications that often go unnoticed. The dissolution of a marriage can lead to a cascade of consequences that strain governmental resources and disrupt social harmony.
DivorceCustodymate: The Unexpected Lessons from a Coffee Shop Encounter
It was an ordinary day, and the hum of conversation at my regular Starbucks was the usual backdrop to my work. But today was different. As I entered, an unmistakable tension greeted me, emanating from a couple seated close to the entrance. They sat there, engrossed in a conversation that was visibly straining their emotions. Papers spread out before them, phones in hand, words like “lawyer” and “sale of the house” floated to my ears. It didn’t take long to piece together: they were discussing a divorce.
DivorceCustodymate: Secure Calendaring: Navigating the Maze of Divorce and Custody Planning
In the aftermath of a divorce, managing multiple responsibilities such as planned holidays, work/life locations, custody times, child/alimony payment schedules, and various appointments can become a daunting task. This is where secure calendaring comes into play, an essential tool to streamline and organize all aspects of post-divorce life.
Police & Children's AidCustodyMate: Police & Children’s Aid Society (CAS) (Top 3 of 10)
No one wants to face false allegations from the police or CAS when dealing with separation and divorce, but it's important to know that these situations do happen. If you find yourself in this situation, it's crucial to stay calm and get a lawyer involved as soon as possible.
Physically and Emotionally AbusedCustodyMate: Physically And Emotionally Abused (Top 8 of 10)
It's a sad reality that some children are caught in the middle of their parent's separation and divorce. All too often, one parent will use the children as pawns in an attempt to hurt the other parent. This can take the form of physical abuse, emotional abuse, or even financial abuse.
Next 25 YearsCustodyMate: Phase 5: Now That The Divorce Is Final, What Can You Expect?
Congratulations, hopefully you were able to finalize your divorce in a manner that allowed you, your spouse, and your children to win. It does not help where one side wins and the other side loses. Because in the end, when either spouse loses, the children always lose.
The Next 1-4 YearsCustodyMate: Phase 4: Things To Look Out For Until The Divorce Is Finalized
As we discussed in the previous blog, the goal within the first year was to 1 – try and resolve any outstanding issues so court trial can be avoided. However, failing that, the goal is to ensure you are adequately prepared to face the judge and the onslaught that is to come from your spouse.