by Howard Nightingale | Aug 31, 2026 | Family Law, Real Estate Law
Separating from a spouse can begin a lengthy period of negotiation. Decisions about the home, equalization, support and parenting may take months or longer to resolve. During that time, the way the home is registered on title can create an estate-planning risk that...
by Howard Nightingale | Apr 28, 2026 | Family Law, Ontario Legislation
Across Ontario family court decisions, including matters heard in the Ontario Court of Justice and the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, judges are placing increasing weight on whether parties are transparent, timely, and thorough in disclosing their financial...
by Howard Nightingale | Jan 27, 2026 | Family Law
“Coercive control” has become one of the most important concepts shaping how Ontario judges assess family violence and parenting capacity. It is also shifting how lawyers frame evidence, how parties are expected to behave during litigation, and how the court...
by Howard Nightingale | Oct 8, 2025 | Family Law, Wills & Estates
The period following the loss of a spouse is already difficult. When that loss occurs during a separation, the legal issues that follow can feel overwhelming. Many individuals in Ontario are unsure of their rights in this situation. Additionally, recent updates to...
by Howard Nightingale | Aug 6, 2025 | Family Law, Ontario Legislation
In Ontario, common-law relationships have become increasingly common. Many couples choose to live together without marrying, believing that cohabitation provides similar legal protections as marriage. While this belief is widespread, it is also deeply flawed. Under...
