Family Law Now

Ontario family lawyers and mental health professional discuss holiday co-parenting tips and common disputes. Topics include seasonality in family law, last-minute motions to change, religion and celebrations, costs of being “right,” and top 5 cases you should know about.

Continuing the conversation from the conversation on Collaborative Practice 101 and Collaborative Practice 201, Ontario family lawyers, and financial and family professionals recap advanced methods and principles of collaborative practice followed by an extended Q&A session. Panelists: Russell Alexander, Brian Galbraith, Carrie Heinzl, Jonathan Paynter & David W. Cahill Agenda: 1. What the heck is Collaborative Practice? 2. Collaborative Practice Training 3. The CP Participation Agreement 5. Family and Financial Neutrals 6. The Power of a full team 7. The role of Experts and Reports 8. Runaway train(s): an ointment for high-conflict litigation 9. Saving the Golden Goose ~ CP & family-run businesses 10. Impasse and hitting a wall 11. Selling CP 12. Q and A

The Intersection Of Fertility And Family Law by Family Law Now

Guests Guy Sakalakis and Jerry Zhao dive into the future of family law with AI innovations. Sakalakis, founder of AttorneySync, champions the necessity for lawyers to adapt to new technologies, while Zhao discusses document automation with DocEquity. They highlight tools that expedite legal tasks and improve client communication. The conversation also touches on the ethical implications of AI, the need for structured data, and the potential for AI to enhance access to justice. Exciting insights on balancing tech with human empathy emerge!

Back-To-School Tips for Separated Co-Parents by Family Law Now

The Family Law Ad Hoc Steering Committee was joined by Professors Nicholas Bala (Queen’s Law), Rachel Birnbaum (Social Work at Kings University College – Western) who conducted a survey with their colleague Claire Houston (Law at Western University) to help understand the experiences of family lawyers as a result of the pandemic and the adoption of virtual technology in family court.

In this engaging conversation, Gyi Tsakalakis, founder of AttorneySync, Jerry Zhou, CEO of DocEquity, and Conrad Saam, founder of Mockingbird, delve into the profound impact of artificial intelligence on family law. They discuss the delicate balance between technology and the human touch in legal practice, addressing job security concerns in light of AI advancements. Insights into SEO strategies in an AI-driven world and the evolving ethical landscape further enrich the dialogue, highlighting opportunities for enhanced access to justice while emphasizing the importance of consumer trust.

Presenters: Russell Alexander, Nafisa Nazarali, Brian Galbraith, Lisa Gelman, Professor Nicholas Bala In this 1.5 hour virtual event, the panel of Ontario family lawyers hosted a live town hall for legal professionals and members of the public regarding presumptive hearings in Ontario Family Courts covering the following topics: 1. Access to Justice 2. Different Approaches in Different Judicial Regions 3. Family Bar Experience Regarding In-Person Hearings Since April 4. What Our Clients Are Saying 5. Have the Presumptive Guidelines Brought the Administration of Justice into Disrepute 6. What is the Data Telling Us 7. Next Steps and Moving Forward to Improve the Family Law Justice System 8. Q&A

Bankruptcy 301: Recap and Q&A by Family Law Now

Ontario collaborative family lawyers provide practical tips for clients to optimize their time with their lawyer, in order to navigate their legal matters as effectively and efficiently as possible. Top Ten Tips to Make the Most of an Appointment with a Lawyer Be prepared. List your questions in advance. Don’t send multiple emails. Either one email with all salient information or book a call if the topic is too complex. Get your financial disclosure ready Order your documents Complete the Intake Form Focus on the big picture Do research Talk to a social worker or therapist