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Spousal support is a term frequently used, but just as often misunderstood or misapplied. Let’s break down a couple of common misconceptions:

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.

As of today, several Canadian provinces recognize multi-parent families, meaning a child can legally have more than two parents. This includes Ontario, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland and Labrador.

Located in Westmount, Montreal, our firm is proud to advise clients from diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and faiths.

We understand. Going through a separation is one of the most emotionally challenging experiences a person can face. Amid the emotional stress, legal complexities, and decisions about finances and property, it is easy for parents to overlook the impact on their children.

In Quebec, the starting point for a divorce is the legal breakdown of the marriage. There are three recognized grounds for divorce under the Divorce Act

In recent years, artificial intelligence (“AI”) has advanced at an astonishing and exponential pace. This rapid growth is both fascinating and, frankly, a bit unsettling. Today, AI is increasingly relied upon by the public as a seemingly all-encompassing solution.

Working in a family law firm, we witness a wide range of reasons why couples decide to separate. While some can part ways amicably, for others, the process can become quite detrimental, both to themselves and to any children involved.

As of June 30, 2025, a major change took effect in Quebec’s judicial system: the Court of Quebec will expand its jurisdiction in family matters. This shift will mark the creation of a Unified Family Court, a long-awaited reform intended to simplify the handling of family cases and potentially better meet the needs of those involved in the justice system.

On December 4, 2024, the National Assembly of Quebec adopted and enacted Bill 73, entitled An Act to counter non-consensual sharing of intimate images and to improve protection and support in civil matters for persons who are victims of violence.

We have witnessed over the years that our legislation is often shaped by social constructs, by the morality of the time, and by the shifting needs of the population. However, even our democratic system does not represent everyone equally.

The Maury Show was an American talk show that aired from 1991 to 2022, often featuring dramatic paternity test reveals to determine whether a participant was the biological father of a child.

If you answered yes to these two questions, you should know that as of that date, the Family Law Reform Act will come into force in Quebec. It will introduce a new legal regime: parental union.

On May 26, 2025, Spunt & Carin had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Kristina Kandyba, a Montreal-based psychologist, who led an insightful and practical workshop for our team of lawyers and paralegals on managing stress and anxiety in the legal profession.

On April 26, 2025, the Superior Court of Quebec issued a landmark ruling recognizing that a child may now legally have more than two parents (V.M. c. Directeur de l’État civil, 2025 QCCS 1304).

Starting in September 2025, the Quebec government will officially implement a comprehensive ban on cellphones and other electronic devices in all public and private elementary and secondary schools across the province.