Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Divorce Russell Alexander S Guide To Separation Divorce And Family Law

ANSWERING ALL YOUR QUESTIONS - EVEN THE ONES YOU'RE AFRAID TO ASK! What will this process cost me? What exactly is a retainer anyway? How do I find a lawyer? Will they keep my secrets? Can we avoid going to court? What do all these terms mean: motion, order, applicant, financial disclosure, valuation date? How long will all this take to settle? Is there a difference between mediation, arbitration and collaborative divorce? When do I go to court? When do I sign an agreement? How many steps are there in this process? You'll find the answers to these questions - and more - in Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Divorce. It goes without saying that family law is complicated. As an experienced divorce lawyer, Russell Alexander saw a need for a comprehensive, but easy-to-read synopsis of the ins and outs of the Ontario family law process. With its Q&A lists, real-life cases and commentary, this book aims to give Ontario readers a simple-to-understand resource for answering their family law questions.

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Your family lawyer in a book. Whether you are married or living together – with children or without, if you are thinking about or are in the process of splitting up, this book is for you. When a relationship breaks down it’s hugely stressful and emotional – and often very confusing. Who gets to keep what? Will I ever see my kids? What needs to happen and when? What if things get nasty? This all-encompassing book, by family lawyer Laura Naser with years of experience helping couples reach the best solution possible, is here to bring calm and clarity, whatever the situation. She will guide you through the entire process from making sure this is what you really want and knowing what’s at stake, through to detailing all your options (whether you are married or not), what to do and in what order, and with a specific focus on co-parenting, managing money, social media, effective communication and how to resolve tricky issues that come up along the way. See this book as your trusted companion and guide - everything you need to know to get through this and thrive is right here.

Your family lawyer in a book. Whether you are married or living together – with children or without, if you are thinking about or are in the process of splitting up, this book is for you. When a relationship breaks down it’s hugely stressful and emotional – and often very confusing. Who gets to keep what? Will I ever see my kids? What needs to happen and when? What if things get nasty? This all-encompassing book, by family lawyer Laura Naser with years of experience helping couples reach the best solution possible, is here to bring calm and clarity, whatever the situation. She will guide you through the entire process from making sure this is what you really want and knowing what’s at stake, through to detailing all your options (whether you are married or not), what to do and in what order, and with a specific focus on co-parenting, managing money, social media, effective communication and how to resolve tricky issues that come up along the way. See this book as your trusted companion and guide - everything you need to know to get through this and thrive is right here.

"I certainly could have done with this book before I went through my separation and divorce" - Deb "This is a very helpful and clear guide set out in easy steps for anyone facing divorce and breakup in their middle years or beyond, written with real empathy and care." - Glynis Wright, Head of Practice of Glynis Wright & Co Specialist Family Solicitors and Mediators "Surviving and moving beyond even the most devastating divorce in midlife is possible. In this much needed supportive guide, Sue signposts the way." - Debbie Moore, High Achievers Coach Are you in your midlife with a long term relationship that's coming to an end? Do you know if you really want to end it? Has your partner decided to end it? Is your head so messed up that you're finding it difficult to know what to do, where to go and who can help you? Designed to be a practical resource, this handbook covers everything you need to know if you are coming out of a long term relationship, separating or going through a divorce. Information you didn't know you needed Specific information to help you through the legal process Knowing what to do about finances Top tips for managing difficult situations Advice to make sure you look after yourself Help for your emotional well-being A list of useful organisations, websites and recommended reading