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Experienced Waterloo Region family law lawyers with expertise in common law separations
If you have been living in a common-law relationship and have decided to separate, it is important to seek knowledgeable representation from an experienced Kitchener family law lawyer. There are often common misconceptions between the rights and obligations of married spouses and common-law couples. If you are separating from a common-law relationship you should consult with an experienced family law lawyer at our firm. |
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What are your rights and obligations in a common-law relationship?
Many people do not realize that when a couple has been living together for many years, they may have similar rights to married spouses upon separation, including support obligations. The length of the common-law relationship is one of the factors that the court considers when reviewing issues of support.
Division of property is usually based on ownership, unless an argument can be made by way of a constructive or resulting trust for property division.
If you believe that you may have a claim for support or a division of property, you should speak with a member of our legal team. |
For over 40 years, clients have trusted in our ability to explain more than simply their legal rights and obligations in a separation. To benefit from our knowledge and experience with respect to your common-law separation, please give us a call
at 519-884-0034 or send us an email.
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