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I Want to Write a Will. What Do I Need to Know?

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 12:27:24 GMT

In light of the COVID-19 situation, you might be thinking of making a will. A will is a legal document that says who gets your property after you die.

Original Article Source Credits: Steps to Justice , https://stepstojustice.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: April 23, 2020

Link to Original Article: https://stepstojustice.ca/questions/covid-19/i-want-write-will-what-do-i-need-know/

Divorce and Separation: How Are Family Assets Divided?

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 13:00:41 GMT

When a relationship breaks down, there are financial as well as emotional impacts. Did you know that, depending on where you live and the status of your relationship (married or common-law partners), the rules may be different? Here's some useful information if you find yourself in this situation.

Original Article Source Credits: National Bank , https://www.nbc.ca/

Article Written By: National Bank

Original Article Posted on: 13 April 2021

Link to Original Article: https://www.nbc.ca/personal/advice/savings-investment/property-division-divorce.html

What Should We Do if We Can’t Agree on Spousal Support?

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 13:10:57 GMT

If you and your partner cannot agree on spousal support, with or without the help of lawyers, you have two options. You can ask a family law professional to help you resolve your issues. Or, you can go to court and ask a judge to decide.

Original Article Source Credits: Steps to Justice , https://stepstojustice.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: November 30, 2017

Link to Original Article: https://stepstojustice.ca/questions/family-law/what-should-we-do-if-we-cant-agree-spousal-support/

Court Etiquette and Procedures

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 13:12:23 GMT

Except in rare cases where the law requires otherwise, members of the public are welcome to attend Superior Court of Justice proceedings.

Original Article Source Credits: Ontariocourts , https://www.ontariocourts.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: NA

Link to Original Article: https://www.ontariocourts.ca/scj/at-court/etiquette-procedures/

Consent to Treatment

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 13:26:26 GMT

"Every resident has the right to give or refuse consent to any treatment, care or services for which his or her consent is required by law and to be informed of the consequences of giving or refusing consent."

Original Article Source Credits: Cleo , https://www.cleo.on.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: January 2015

Link to Original Article: https://www.cleo.on.ca/en/publications/everyres/11b-consent-treatment

Child Support Agreements

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 13:27:59 GMT

You and the other parent may set up your own child support agreement. It is a good idea to put your agreement in writing and sign it. If you do this, there is less risk of a misunderstanding. It is also easier to enforce a written and signed agreement.

Original Article Source Credits: Department of Justice , https://www.justice.gc.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: 2017-08-04

Link to Original Article: https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/fl-df/child-enfant/csa-paee.html

Common Family Law Issues

Fri, 28 May 2021 13:34:48 GMT

Parents have to decide issues about their children like:

where they will live
decision-making responsibility or who will make major decisions about their health, education, and religion
parenting time or how much time they will spend with each parent

Original Article Source Credits: CLEO , https://www.cleo.on.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: March 2021

Link to Original Article: https://www.cleo.on.ca/en/publications/introfam/common-family-law-issues

No Abuse

Wed, 19 May 2021 13:48:07 GMT

Physical abuse is when someone assaults you, handles you roughly, or slaps, pushes, or beats you. It is also physical abuse when someone refuses to give you medicine that you should take, or gives you medicine that you should not be taking.

Original Article Source Credits: Community Legal Education Ontario , https://www.cleo.on.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: January 2015

Link to Original Article: https://www.cleo.on.ca/en/publications/everyres/2-no-abuse

Rights of Women

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:49:44 GMT

Canada’s history has been shaped by countless determined women who worked to promote and uphold gender equality in Canada. Women championed a number of important human rights that have become core Canadian values — the right to vote in provincial and federal elections, the right to own property, the right to earn a fair wage, and finally, the right to be recognized as “persons” under the law.

Original Article Source Credits: Government Of Canada , https://www.canada.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: 2017-10-25

Link to Original Article: https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/rights-women.html

Forged Documents, Spoofed Emails in Custody Battle a Reminder of Challenges in Virtual Trials: Judge

Wed, 05 May 2021 13:52:31 GMT

An Ontario Superior Court of Justice judge said a recent cross-border custody case is a “stark reminder” that, as courts transition to using digital platforms and accept more electronic communications as evidence, the potential grows for manipulation and misuse.

Original Article Source Credits: Canadian Lawyer , https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/

Article Written By: Zena Olijnyk

Original Article Posted on: 11 Mar 2021

Link to Original Article: https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/family/forged-documents-spoofed-emails-in-custody-battle-a-reminder-of-challenges-in-virtual-trials-judge/353845

What Can I Do if My Abusive Partner Wont Return My Child During Covid-19?

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 14:18:27 GMT

The Code prohibits actions that discriminate against people based on a protected ground in a protected social area.

Original Article Source Credits: Ontario Human Rights Commision , http://www.ohrc.on.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: NA

Link to Original Article: http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/ontario-human-rights-code

What Can I Do if My Abusive Partner Wont Return My Child During Covid-19?

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:23:12 GMT

The Code prohibits actions that discriminate against people based on a protected ground in a protected social area.

Original Article Source Credits: Ontario Human Rights Commision , http://www.ohrc.on.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: NA

Link to Original Article: http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/ontario-human-rights-code

Justice Canada to Launch Resource for Discussing Family Violence Later This Year

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:40:55 GMT

The federal justice department has been conducting a limited testing phase of the draft version of its HELP Toolkit: Identifying and Responding to Family Violence for Family Law Legal Advisers.

Original Article Source Credits: Canadian Lawyer , https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/

Article Written By: Bernise Carolino

Original Article Posted on: 18 Mar 2021

Link to Original Article: https://www.canadianlawyermag.com/practice-areas/family/justice-canada-to-launch-resource-for-discussing-family-violence-later-this-year/354071

Meet the Face Behind Lean Law

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 14:51:23 GMT

I’m Cheryl Lean, the proud owner of Lean Law . I look forward to sharing my story. I hope that you will enjoy getting to know me better.

Before my thriving career in law, I was self-employed and heavily involved in photography, photojournalism and radio broadcasting.

I won a national photography award in 1978, and my photographic work was shown and published internationally. In 1981 a filmstrip I directed called “Just one mess” The Halifax Explosion won a significant award at the New York Film and Television Festival in 1981.

Being passionate about equality, women’s rights, and having a firm belief in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, I applied to the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University and was accepted.

Upon completing my studies and articulation at Ogilvy Renault in Ottawa, in 1991, I started my practice to include employment law, civil litigation and family law cases.

In 2004, I made the wise decision to concentrate on family law, child welfare, and wills and estates, opening Lean Law in the beautiful Prince Edward County.

Since my early days at Ogilvy Renault and nearly thirty years of experience as a lawyer, the field of law has changed considerably. When I started articling, the firm’s lawyers did not have computers and relied entirely upon the secretarial staff. Nowadays, thanks to technological advances and the internet, I have information at my fingertips and software that streamlines all processes, reducing labor and saving both my and my client’s time.

The part of my business I find the most rewarding is the relationships I build every day. I enjoy helping people and find enormous satisfaction knowing that my services get justice for those who deserve it. I have found that running my law practice has given me the freedom to represent my clients as per my beliefs and convictions and take the responsibility incredibly seriously.

At Lean Law, I believe in providing exceptional service, compassionate support and appropriate legal advice that is always based on my client’s best interests.

As an individual, I believe what sets me apart from the others is my integrity, honesty and accountability. I attribute my success to my dedication to people and my never-say-die attitude towards finding solutions that are right for them.

My track record of exceeding individual expectations and helping all in need of legal services has given me immense satisfaction over the years and continues to inspire me every day.

When I am not at work, I still enjoy photography and take many memorable images. I also enjoy being outdoors. I hike in the summer months and love cross-country skiing in the cold winter months.

I have enjoyed sharing my story about the things which matter to me and how they influence the way I do business.

If you or someone you know could benefit from my family law expertise, I invite you to get in touch. I offer legal services covering all aspects of family law, from drafting separation agreements and parenting agreements, to representation in court for divorce, family law, and CAS (Children’s Aid Society) cases. I have also helped many military members resolve their property, pension, support, and parenting issues.

My services are available to clients across Carrying Place, Picton, Quinte West, Prince Edward County, Belleville, Trenton, Brighton, Greater Napanee, Stirling-Rawdon, Cobourg, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland County, Lennox and Addington County. Please visit our website at www.cheryllean.com for more information.

Sincerely,

Cheryl

Child Support is the Right of the Child

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 14:54:47 GMT

As parents, you are both responsible for the support of your children and for ensuring that their best interests come first. Even if you separate or divorce, that responsibility continues. It is important for your children that they not be put in the middle of any conflict you may have with each other and that you continue to protect them from hardship.

Original Article Source Credits: Department of Justice , https://www.justice.gc.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: 2018-09-14

Link to Original Article: https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/rp-pr/fl-lf/child-enfant/guide/info2.html#h111

Violence and Harassment in the Workplace - Family (Domestic) Violence

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 15:04:59 GMT

Most people think of violence and harassment as a physical assault. However, workplace violence and harassment is a much broader problem. It is any act in which a person is abused, threatened, intimidated or assaulted in their employment. Rumours, swearing, verbal abuse, pranks, arguments, property damage, vandalism, sabotage, pushing, theft, physical assaults, psychological trauma, anger-related incidents, rape, arson and murder are all examples of workplace violence.

Original Article Source Credits: CCOHS , https://www.ccohs.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: December 18, 2020

Link to Original Article: https://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/psychosocial/violence_domestic.html

The Human Rights System

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 15:20:08 GMT

Ontario’s human rights system consists of three separate and independent parts:

1. The Ontario Human Rights Commission (the “OHRC”) works on the roots of discrimination in order to effect systemic change. It develops policies and provides targeted public education, monitors human rights, does research and analysis, and conducts human rights inquiries. In matters affecting the broad public interest, it may take its own cases to the Tribunal or intervene in human rights cases before the Tribunal.

Original Article Source Credits: Ontario Human Rights Commission , http://www.ohrc.on.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: NA

Link to Original Article: http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/human-rights-system

What Are the Emergency Rules in Ontario Because of the Covid-19 Pandemic?

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 15:21:48 GMT

In the parts of Ontario that are south of Sudbury, this lockdown will last until at least January 22, 2021.

In northern Ontario, it will last until at least January 9, 2021.

During this lockdown, only essential services can be open. There's a list of the businesses that are allowed to stay open in the province's lockdown plan, starting on page 10.

Original Article Source Credits: Steps to Justice , https://stepstojustice.ca/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: December 21, 2020

Link to Original Article: https://stepstojustice.ca/questions/covid-19/what-are-emergency-rules-ontario-because-covid-19-pandemic