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Toronto Divorce & Separation Lawyer

Clear, strategic guidance through the legal, financial and personal sides of separation — cooperative or contested.

Separation is rarely only a legal event. It reshapes where you live, how you parent, and what your financial future looks like. Our role is to give you a clear plan and steady counsel while you make decisions that will matter for years.

We handle both uncontested divorces, where the terms are largely agreed, and contested matters involving high conflict, complex assets, or urgent motions. In every case we look for the shortest responsible path to a durable resolution.

What we handle

  • Simple and contested divorce applications
  • Separation agreements and their negotiation
  • Urgent and interim motions
  • Exclusive possession of the matrimonial home
  • Jurisdictional issues and foreign divorces
  • Divorces involving Iranian marriage documents

How we work

We begin with a free consultation to understand your situation and give you an honest read on your options. From there we set a strategy with defined goals, a realistic timeline, and a transparent view of cost. You will always know what is happening in your matter and why.

Most matters resolve without a trial. We negotiate hard where negotiation will work, use mediation or arbitration where it fits, and litigate decisively where the other side will not engage in good faith.

Answers

Frequently asked questions

How long does a divorce take in Ontario?
An uncontested divorce typically takes four to six months from filing, depending on court processing times. Contested matters take longer — often a year or more — because the timeline depends on disclosure, negotiation and court availability rather than the divorce itself.
Do I have to be separated for a year before divorcing?
In most cases yes. Ontario's most common ground for divorce is one year of separation, though you can start the process and negotiate an agreement during that year. Divorce on the grounds of adultery or cruelty does not require the one-year wait but must be proven.
What is the difference between separation and divorce?
Separation happens the moment you and your spouse begin living separate and apart — no filing is required. Divorce is the court order that legally ends the marriage. Most of the substantive issues, including parenting, support and property, are resolved during separation.
Can we use one lawyer for both spouses?
No. A lawyer can only represent one party in a family matter. Each spouse needs independent legal advice for an agreement to be enforceable, though mediation with separate advising lawyers is often a cost-effective route.
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