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Toronto Marriage Contract & Cohabitation Agreement Lawyer

Marriage, cohabitation and separation agreements drafted with a practical, forward-looking lens.

A domestic contract is not a statement of doubt. It is a decision to settle terms while both people are calm, informed and on good terms rather than in the middle of a crisis.

We draft agreements built to survive challenge — full disclosure, independent legal advice on both sides, and language that will still make sense a decade from now.

What we handle

  • Marriage contracts (prenuptial agreements)
  • Cohabitation agreements
  • Postnuptial agreements
  • Separation agreements
  • Independent legal advice certificates
  • Setting aside an unfair agreement

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

Are prenuptial agreements enforceable in Ontario?
Yes, when properly made. The agreement must be in writing, signed and witnessed, supported by full financial disclosure from both parties, and each party should have independent legal advice. Agreements fail most often because disclosure was incomplete or one party was pressured.
What can a marriage contract not cover?
A marriage contract cannot decide parenting time or decision-making responsibility for children — those are always determined by the child's best interests at the time. It also cannot limit a spouse's right to possession of the matrimonial home.
How far before the wedding should we sign?
As early as possible. Agreements signed days before a wedding invite arguments about pressure. We recommend starting several months out so both parties have time to obtain advice without a deadline hanging over them.
Can an existing agreement be set aside?
Yes, where a party failed to disclose significant assets or debts, did not understand the nature of the agreement, or signed under duress. Courts may also set aside terms that are unconscionable at the time of enforcement.
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