Amity Xu* and Jeff Li Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Please contact the Law Office of Jeff Jiehui Li or another experienced family lawyer if you are concerned about…
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Ways to Obtain a Divorce in Canada
Amity Xu* and Jeff Li Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Please contact the Law Office of Jeff Jiehui Li or another experienced family lawyer if you are concerned about…
Out-of-Court Options for Family Law Issues
Amity Xu* Legal processes can be especially tiring and costly, even without the troubles associated with proceeding to court. As a result, some people may choose to resolve their family law issues with their partner outside of court through other…
How to Make a Parenting Plan
Amity Xu* A parenting plan outlines how two parents will raise their child(ren) following separation or divorce. There are many factors to account for, and it can be a difficult process. This guide will look into what should be included,…
How to choose the right family lawyer for you?
Amity Xu* When dealing with legal issues, it is always important to work with a lawyer to ensure you are properly informed, supported, and represented. Family law is no exception, but picking the right lawyer can be difficult. There are…
How to Change Your Last Name After Marriage or Divorce
Amity Xu * Following a marriage, for varying reasons, some may wish to assume their spouse’s last name. Though this task may seem daunting, the process itself is relatively uncomplicated. Conversely, although not required, individuals oftentimes choose to change their…
Spousal Support: Two Models on Marriage and Post-marital Obligation
Wilson Kwong* When two spouses are married, they owe each other a mutual duty of support. If the spouses separate from each other, one spouse may have to pay spousal support to the other. There are three conceptual grounds recognized…
What is a Shareholder Agreement, and What is it For?
Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Please contact the Law Office of Jeff J. Li, or another experienced business lawyer if you are concerned about your business law issues. By…
“I am not a cat” – Lawyer made the world laugh
By: Jeff Li The courtroom is a serious setting. Some judges may throw out some humourous remarks in the courtroom, but a lawyer dares not. In the eyes of your opponent, a joke can be conceived as satire or attack,…
False Light Privacy Torts Applied in Family Law Cases
By Catherine Tian and Jeff Li In the milestone case of Jones v. Tsige (2012), the Ontario Court of Appeal imported to Canada four US privacy torts: In the recent family law decision Yenovkian v. Gulian (2019), the Ontario Superior…