Gaudio v. Gaudio (2005) Ontario Superior Court Why general releases won’t cancel RRSP or life insurance beneficiaries When spouses separate, they often sign agreements intended to settle their financial affairs …
Common Law Spouse with Restricted Rights
Spouse Defined The concept of a “spouse” has expanded beyond the traditional marriage. More couples are cohabiting in marriage-like relationships without saying “I do” by going through an actual ceremony. …
Remedies of the Common-Law Spouse in an Estate
Remedies Available to the Common Law Spouse While the legal definition of a spouse continues to evolve, particularly in light of modern relationships, the law in Ontario still draws a …
Remedies Available to the Common Law Spouse
While the legal definition of a spouse continues to evolve, particularly in light of modern relationships, the law in Ontario still draws a clear distinction between married and common law …
Common Law Spouse with Restricted Rights
Spouse Defined The concept of a “spouse” has expanded beyond the traditional marriage. More couples are cohabiting in marriage-like relationships without saying “I do” by going through an actual ceremony. …
Long Term Girlfriend’s Rights to the House
Question: Common law? Separation? I purchased a home for my client and his dad also on title 10 years ago, for $240,000, son and girlfriend lived in home for 10 …
TRESA: Spousal Consent and the Information Guide
Question: Would a spouse signing spousal consent need to be provided the RECO Information Guide? The agent is not providing representation or services to the spouse, but does have to …
Spousal Consent: Keep the Spouse Updated
Question: My client has owned her condo for over 20 years. She got married almost 2 years ago. She is now selling her condo and they will purchase a new …
Improper Lease of Premises
Question: A couple are going through a divorce settlement. They are both on the title to various investment properties. The Court has ordered all properties listed for sale immediately. One …
Cohabiting: You May have a Claim for Unjust Enrichment
Vanasse v. Seguin In April 2010, The Supreme Court of Canada made one of the most important family law decisions. Ms. Vanasse was in a common-law relationship that lasted 12 …