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?
26,872Will I be forced to leave Canada if I leave my abusive partner?
35,041What if I have to move out because of violence or abuse?
19,716How does an abusive relationship affect my family law issues?
10,306What if I have family court and criminal court at the same time?
15,155How can I keep my abusive partner away from me after I leave?
27,336Staying safe
What if I have to move out because of violence or abuse?
19,716What if I need a court order quickly to deal with an abusive partner?
12,644How can I keep my abusive partner away from me after I leave?
27,336What if I’m worried about my child’s safety when they’re with my partner?
23,760Where can I find help if I have experienced partner abuse?
18,080Police and criminal charges
What happens if I call the police about my abusive partner?
35,899What if my abusive partner is charged with a crime?
24,334My partner is abusing me, but what happens if the police charge me?
29,379What if I have family court and criminal court at the same time?
15,155Partner abuse and children
Can I take my child with me when I leave my abusive partner?
67,293What if I’m worried about my child’s safety when they’re with my partner?
23,760What if my partner says they’re going to take our child away from me?
23,822What if my partner takes our child to another country without my permission?
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