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Consulting a Lawyer Doesn’t Mean Conflict
Imagine a couple who has recently separated. They are on relatively good terms, communicating respectfully, and have already discussed how they want to organize parenting time and finances. They agree on most things but are unsure about what to do next. Do they really need lawyers if everything is amicable? This is a common question, …
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Unjust Enrichment : A Breakdown
Imagine a couple who have lived together for several years without being married. One partner pays most of the household expenses while the other focuses on building a business. The home is purchased in only one partner’s name. Over time, both contribute to the relationship in different ways, financially and otherwise. However, their relationship ends, …
Do I Need a Lawyer, or Can I Represent Myself in Quebec Family Court?
If you’re facing a family law issue in Quebec, one of the first questions that comes up is simple but important: Do I need a lawyer, or can I handle this by myself? It’s a fair question, especially when legal fees can feel overwhelming. The short answer is yes, you can represent yourself, but whether …
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Blended Families and Inheritance
Imagine a couple where both spouses have children from previous relationships. Over time, they build a life together, perhaps purchase property, accumulate savings, and may even have children together. Like many couples, they assume that when one of them dies, everything will simply pass to the surviving spouse and eventually to the children. However, …
Immigration and Divorce: What Happens to Your Status in Canada?
You may be wondering how separation and divorce may affect your immigration status in Canada if you’re awaiting a response on a spousal sponsorship application, or if you’re in Canada on a work permit or visitor visa. If you have already successfully sponsored your spouse prior to separation, or if you yourself were the …
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Relocating with Your Child After Divorce
A Not So Simple Fresh Start Divorce marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. For many parents, that new chapter includes the desire, or necessity, to relocate for a new job, a new partner, family support, or simply a change of scenery. In Québec, that desire collides with the fundamental legal …
How to Contest a Will in Quebec
How to Contest a Will in Quebec Losing someone is hard enough. Discovering that their will may not reflect what they actually wanted can make an already painful situation feel overwhelming. If you believe a will is invalid, you are not powerless. Quebec law provides clear mechanisms to challenge a will, and understanding the legal …
What Happens to Custody When a Parent Remarries?
Remarriage is an exciting moment, but when children are involved, it naturally raises legal and practical questions. Many parents worry that tying the knot again will reopen custody arrangements. In reality, remarriage alone does not change an existing custody order. Courts do not modify parenting arrangements simply because a new spouse has entered the picture. …
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Collaborative Divorce in Quebec: What It Is, How It Works, and Is It Right for You?
If you’re searching for a less stressful way to separate in Quebec, collaborative divorce may be the answer. Unlike traditional litigation, collaborative divorce allows spouses to resolve their separation through structured negotiation — without ever setting foot in a courtroom. What Is Collaborative Divorce in Quebec? Collaborative divorce is a legal process in which both …
Property under the Parental Union Patrimony
As of June 30, 2025, amendments to the Civil Code of Quebec introduced the parental union, a new legal regime applicable to certain de facto couples who become parents. As explained in our October 29, 2025 blog titled “The Parental Union Patrimony – Should I Opt Out?”, when a child is born or adopted on …
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REQUIREMENTS OF A CIVIL MARRIAGE
If you were married religiously but did not register the marriage with the Director of Civil Status, are you married according to the Civil Code of Quebec and subject to the provisions of the Divorce Act? In Droit de la famille — 212242 2021 QCCS 4889, the Court describes the substantive requirements for marriage: Two …
The 3 C’s of Divorce
Divorce is a challenging time of transition. It brings emotional and financial changes that can feel overwhelming. While every divorce is different, the way you approach this difficult period can make the process smoother, more cost-efficient, and help you find peace.
How to File for Divorce in Quebec
Divorce is a significant life event, both emotionally and legally. If you are preparing to dissolve your marriage, and either you or your spouse has been domiciled in Quebec for at least one year, ...
Do I Need a Separation Agreement in Quebec?
In Quebec, when filing for divorce or during a separation with children involved, it is necessary to prepare a separation agreement, legally referred to as a “consent to judgment.”
How spousal support is calculated in Quebec: A guide for fair settlements
Spousal support is a term frequently used, but just as often misunderstood or misapplied. Let’s break down a couple of common misconceptions:
The Parental Union Patrimony – Should I Opt Out?
On June 30, 2025, a significant modification to the Civil Code of Quebec (CCQ) took effect with the adoption of new legislation creating the parental union.
