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?
26,547Will I be forced to leave Canada if I leave my abusive partner?
34,729What if I have to move out because of violence or abuse?
19,224How does an abusive relationship affect my family law issues?
10,105What if I have family court and criminal court at the same time?
14,901How can I keep my abusive partner away from me after I leave?
27,036Staying safe
What if I have to move out because of violence or abuse?
19,224What if I need a court order quickly to deal with an abusive partner?
12,391How can I keep my abusive partner away from me after I leave?
27,036What if I’m worried about my child’s safety when they’re with my partner?
23,467Where can I find legal support if I have experienced partner abuse?
17,711Police and criminal charges
What happens if I call the police about my abusive partner?
35,642What if my abusive partner is charged with a crime?
24,067My partner is abusing me, but what happens if the police charge me?
29,074What if I have family court and criminal court at the same time?
14,901Partner abuse and children
Can I take my child with me when I leave my abusive partner?
66,954What if I’m worried about my child’s safety when they’re with my partner?
23,467What if my partner says they’re going to take our child away from me?
23,553What if my partner takes our child to another country without my permission?
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