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?
26,350Will I be forced to leave Canada if I leave my abusive partner?
34,551What if I have to move out because of violence or abuse?
18,934How does an abusive relationship affect my family law issues?
9,978What if I have family court and criminal court at the same time?Updated April 24
14,715How can I keep my abusive partner away from me after I leave?
26,842Staying safe
What if I have to move out because of violence or abuse?
18,934What if I need a court order quickly to deal with an abusive partner?
12,226How can I keep my abusive partner away from me after I leave?
26,842What if I’m worried about my child’s safety when they’re with my partner?
23,289Where can I find legal support if I have experienced partner abuse?
17,513Police and criminal charges
What happens if I call the police about my abusive partner?
35,477What if my abusive partner is charged with a crime?
23,891My partner is abusing me, but what happens if the police charge me?
28,856What if I have family court and criminal court at the same time?Updated April 24
14,715Partner abuse and children
Can I take my child with me when I leave my abusive partner?
66,699What if I’m worried about my child’s safety when they’re with my partner?
23,289What if my partner says they’re going to take our child away from me?
23,372What if my partner takes our child to another country without my permission?
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