Articles of interest

Preparing for divorce pays off

Realistic look at what life will be like after separation can make couples rethink decision. Read article

Devastated by divorce court

January is traditionally the busiest month for people to file for divorce in Canada. But many lawyers are reporting a significant drop in calls post-Christmas and see it as a signal that the economic meltdown may be keeping more couples together. Read article

More couples choose 'friendly' divorce

Many couples sitting down with their lawyers to hammer out deals.
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Patience of Job and wisdom of Solomon

Family court judge tries to look at world through the eyes of children.
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The Joy of an EX

Author Jackie Ramler
CEO Divorce Choices Inc. October 2009

This is a recently published book that I think is excellent !
Written by a Barrie Financial planner who specializes in divorce planning, Jackie Ramler talks about the divorce process in a way that preserves the dignity of the family, and the available financial resources. The book is written specifically about Ontario Family Law. More than 50 experts have contibuted on the topics of Collaborative Family Law, the impact of divorce on the children of divorce, the proactive actions that parents can do to ensure that the children are spared emotional and financial hardship.
In Jackie's words she describes "the divorce process..... preserving your family's dignity, privacy and financial resources"

I think it is a must read for anyone considering divorce !