Written by: Naa Lansana  You may have heard it said that in Ontario, during separation, the matrimonial home receives special treatment. Among the ways in which a matrimonial home differs from other properties is that the Family Law Act (FLA) grants both married spouses an equal right to possession of the matrimonial home upon separation,...Read More

Written by: Dina Nikseresht When a loved one passes away, their assets need to be transferred according to their will or, if there is no will, in accordance with Ontario’s intestacy laws. This process is often referred to as estate administration. One of the most misunderstood steps in that process is probate. What is Probate?...Read More

Written by: Dina Nikseresht For every parent, one of the most important decisions to make in your estate planning is choosing who will care for your minor children if you pass away. Appointing a guardian in your will ensures that your children are left to be raised by someone you trust and want to take...Read More

Written by: Naa Lansana  Equalization, authorized under the Family Law Act (FLA), is a legal framework designed to share the economic gains accumulated by parties during their marriage. This applies in several scenarios, among them, when the marriage ends due to separation or the death of a spouse. In the event of a spouse’s passing,...Read More

Written by: Naa Lansana  The legal landscape in recent weeks has been abuzz with commentary on artificial intelligence (AI) hallucinations (fake cases generated by AI), and the negative attention that can ensue for lawyers when AI goes rogue. In the endorsement of Justice FL Myers released on May 6, 2025 following a motion heard in...Read More

Written by: Naa Lansana  The commencement of a family law case necessitates careful consideration of several factors, inclusive of an understanding of key dates and statutory limitation periods. While the following dates are not exhaustive, they include crucial times to bear in mind. The Family Law Act defines the valuation date as the earliest occurrence...Read More

Written by: Naa Lansana  During separation, couples often experience disappointment and hurt, leading to a strong temptation to seek validation from their community and beyond. In this digital age, where many facets of life are lived out on social media, it is not surprising that some individuals choose to extend their battle online. However, the...Read More

Written by: Dina Nikseresht Case comment: Tessaro v. Gora, 2025 ONSC 198 The Ontario Superior Court’s decision in Tessaro v. Gora¹ highlights the application of the ultimate limitation period on matters dealing with professional negligence in will drafting. Case Background In 1991, Leopold Ryczkowski retained the defendant lawyer to draft his will. The will names...Read More

Written by: Naa Lansana  The Divorce Act articulates the ground for divorce as a breakdown of a marriage. This collapse of the marital relationship can occur in three ways: Firstly, if the spouses have lived separate and apart for at least one year immediately prior to the determination of the proceeding, and continue to do...Read More

Written by: Naa Lansana  When it comes to separation, individuals have varying ideas of what that entails. Notions have emanated from popular TV shows, from celebrity break-ups and ensuing salacious details splattered across tabloid pages, but also through sobering personal experiences. It bears noting that in Canada, separation has a very specific meaning. Often, clients...Read More