Family Law
- Birth and adoption
- Marriage and common‑law relationships
- Separation and divorce
- Decision‑making and time with children
- Child support
- Spousal support
- Property and debts ‑ married couples
- Property and debts ‑ common‑law couples
- Child protection
- Partner abuse
- Restraining orders and peace bonds
- Out‑of‑court options
- Going to family court
- Getting legal help in Family Law
All questions by topic
Abusive situations
How do I know I’m in an abusive situation?
25,844Will I be forced to leave Canada if I leave my abusive partner?
34,092What if I have to move out because of violence or abuse?
18,080How does an abusive relationship affect my family law issues?
9,605What if I have family court and criminal court at the same time?
14,151How can I keep my abusive partner away from me after I leave?
26,269Staying safe
What if I have to move out because of violence or abuse?
18,080What if I need a court order quickly to deal with an abusive partner?
11,792How can I keep my abusive partner away from me after I leave?
26,269What if I’m worried about my child’s safety when they’re with my partner?
22,751Where can I find legal support if I have experienced partner abuse?
16,979Police and criminal charges
What happens if I call the police about my abusive partner?
34,992What if my abusive partner is charged with a crime?
23,419My partner is abusing me, but what happens if the police charge me?
28,268What if I have family court and criminal court at the same time?
14,151Partner abuse and children
Can I take my child with me when I leave my abusive partner?
65,988What if I’m worried about my child’s safety when they’re with my partner?
22,751What if my partner says they’re going to take our child away from me?
22,760What if my partner takes our child to another country without my permission?
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