Mediation is a process of dispute resolution in which parties to a conflict agree to work with an impartial third party called the mediator. Divorce Mediation is a type of despite resolution where a mediator assists a divorcing couple in…
If you're going through a separation or divorce, special occasions and significant family milestones can add extra stress and tension to an already difficult time in your life. If the separation is fresh and you are adapting to co-parenting and…
With the recent hacking and exposure of the Ashley Madison website, infidelity is front and center in the public consciousness nowadays. Extramarital affairs are some of the most difficult situations any marriage can face, and very often lead directly to…
Gathering and disclosing information is a critical part of the legal process, especially when dealing with family law matters. Increasingly, evidence obtained from social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn is being used in Canadian courts to determine…
A cohabitation agreement is a legal contract that defines the division of assets and spousal support when a common-law relationship comes to an end. It is important to note that the definition of "common-law" varies from province to province in…
After divorce, part of the healing process for many people is finding themselves through the eyes of a new relationship. Whether you are looking for love, or just companionship, it can be difficult to develop relationships during this transitional stage…
Clients often ask us if they need to retain a lawyer or legal counsel for their Mediation, Arbitration or Mediation with Arbitration. The simple answer is, "no". Jones Divorce Mediation is specifically designed for conflict resolution without the need to…
In this context, parenting refers generally to the way in which parents will raise their children following separation and divorce. Navigating your relationship as co-parents can be a very difficult task. This is why it is extremely important to have…
Arbitration is the practice of dispute resolution. During arbitration, each party tells their side of the dispute to the arbitrator and requests a resolution. Both parties may support their cases with witnesses and documents and make arguments. Then, an impartial third…
