Child Custody: Do’s & Don’ts for Divorcing Parents in Ontario

Jul 19, 2024

Divorce is a long, hard road. If you’re in the middle of a separation and have concerns about child custody, talk to Ontario’s Pace Law Firm! (844-943-2983)

In the middle of a divorce and worried about child custody issues? Need some expert legal guidance?

Toronto, Ontario-based Pace Law Firm has over 40 years of experience in family law and has shared some guidance that can help you strike the deal you want while ensuring your kids stay the number one priority. More details at https://pacelawfirm.com/family-law/#child-custody-and-access

The firm emphasizes the importance of child custody agreements during divorce proceedings. With an experienced lawyer, you can resolve disputes with your former spouse and ensure that your children's needs come first and you can all be given as much clarity and stability as possible. The Pace team brings expertise in securing sole, joint, physical, and legal custody as well as negotiating access rights for parents.

Best Practices For Child Custody

Learn about best practices for winning child custody cases including some key guidelines on what to do and not to do during divorce proceedings to help your case. Have you got your head around compensatory support? Consider your economic losses due to the role you played during the marriage. What about non-compensatory support? Do you find yourself unable to meet your basic economic needs? Will you require support to maintain living standards post-divorce? Get the lowdown on all of this by talking to Pace's expert lawyers.

Types Of Custody

Various forms of custody can be agreed between separated parents. Sole custody bestows the legal right to make decisions on behalf of the child to one parent who assumes full responsibility for their care. Joint custody in Ontario can be either joint legal custody – in which both parents have input into decisions regarding a child although the visitation and living arrangements may vary – or joint physical (or shared) custody which means that both parents spend at least 40% of the time with their children. Split custody refers to siblings who reside with different parents.

Dos & Don'ts For Divorce

In terms of 'dos' and 'don'ts' for divorce, the guide suggests ensuring that all communications with your ex-partner should be kept civilized and focused on the child's well-being. The firm advocates for thorough preparation and organization, assembling all of the necessary documentation to make your case clearer and stronger including detailed records of all interactions, expenses, and time you spend with your child.

Pace suggests avoiding negative behaviours such as stealing documents, recording children without consent, making impulsive financial decisions, or involving children in disputes – all of which end up reflecting badly on you and heightening the stress of divorce for the children.

A spokesperson says, “We are dedicated to excellence in the area of Family Law. We know it and we know it very well. Rest assured that your legal rights will be protected. With a negotiate first, litigate if necessary approach, we know that at this difficult crossroads in your life, you require a legal team that is compassionate and not looking to escalate the conflict.”

The firm recommends you seek legal advice as early as possible in child custody cases. You can fill out a form via the Pace website to arrange a consultation with one of the team.

Let Pace Law Firm help you stay connected to your kids and ensure a fair deal for your family's future!

For more info, call 844-943-2983 or visit https://pacelawfirm.com/family-law/#child-custody-and-access

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