The Matrimonial Home: Rights and Responsibilities

Recorded: March 19th, 2024 Hosted weekly by Associate Lawyer Stephanie Brooks and Articling Students Joseph B. Cugini and Shanza Sohail. The matrimonial home holds a unique place in family law, particularly in Ontario, where specific rules and regulations govern its treatment during and after divorce. Understanding the rights and responsibilities associated with the matrimonial home is crucial for those considering, researching, or going through a divorce. In this comprehensive guide, we will provide you with valuable insights into the matrimonial home’s legal aspects in Ontario, helping you make informed decisions during this challenging time. Speakers will discuss the following topics: 1. Definition of a Matrimonial Home: Legal understanding specific to Ontario law. 2. Possession Rights: Both spouses' rights to live in the home during and after divorce. 3. Selling the Home: Conditions and processes for selling the matrimonial home. 4. Exclusive Possession Orders: How and when one spouse can get exclusive rights. 5. Impact on Children: Considering children's best interests in decisions about the home. 6. Mortgage and Debts: Handling ongoing financial obligations. 7. Occupancy and Use: Rights and rules around using the home post-separation. 8. Protecting Your Interest: Legal steps to safeguard your rights in the matrimonial home. 9. Alternative Accommodations: Planning for where to live post-divorce. 10. Legal Support: Finding and working with a lawyer on matrimonial home issues. #divorce #lawyer __________ LINKS: https://linkin.bio/familyllb REGISTER FOR UPCOMING LIVE VIRTUAL EVENTS [russellalexander.com/webinars](http://russellalexander.com/webinars) RUSSELL ALEXANDER COLLABORATIVE FAMILY LAWYERS [russellalexander.com](http://russellalexander.com/) FAMILYLLB - ONTARIO DIVORCE EDUCATION CENTRE [familyllb.com](http://familyllb.com/) FOLLOW US Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RussellAlexanderFamilyLawyers/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/familyLLB LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellialexander Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/familyllb Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/teamRIA/ TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/VW1oXQ/