Ressources

Recent changes to both federal and provincial family law legislation incorporate a new definition of “family violence” and provide guidance on how the court should consider the impact of any family violence in determining the best interests of the child.

With significant changes coming to the Divorce Act and the Children’s Law Reform Act on March 1, 2021, ensure you are up to speed on the latest changes to the Court forms under the Family Law Rules and the new relocation forms.

Join us for a unique examination of the key issues that arise when pensions and benefits law intersects with both family law and trusts and estates law.

In May 2019, the Ontario Ombudsman’s mandate was expanded to include investigations about services to children and youth under the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017, as the position of Ontario Child Advocate was eliminated.

Whether you are a litigator, a mediator or a collaborative professional, join us to explore strategies and best practices for managing the interpersonal challenges of virtual client meetings and settlement negotiations in family law matters.

For spouses who separated during or shortly before the COVID-19 pandemic, the economic impact of the situation may give rise to numerous unique challenges in resolving property claims.

The OBA is committed to serving the whole lawyer. That is why this event will both get you up to speed on the latest caselaw and court operation updates you need to know, and provide you with critical strategies and insights on dealing with the vicarious trauma that many family lawyers experience as they engage with clients in emotional and trying circumstances.

With the courts operating in a limited capacity, how can you continue to best advocate for your clients and move their matters forward?

Whether you need advice on how to negotiate rent relief with your landlord, or have questions on how to access the government support programs available to small businesses for rent assistance, this program will give you the information you need.  

With Courts available only for urgent matters, and many Ontarians finding themselves with reduced incomes and confined to their homes, there are myriad of unique and unprecedented questions arising for the lawyers assisting through family breakdown.