Kelly D Jordan Family Law Firm
1802 - 365 BLOOR STREET EAST M4W 3L4 Toronto, ON, Canada

https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//emma-is-co-chairing-fam/

We are busy preparing to return to work, and to return to work safely. Thanks to Mikah Styles for the masks.

In honour of #blackouttuesday and the opening of Pride, our firm has a made a donation to the Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention. http://www.blackcap.ca/ We encourage other firms and allies to make similar donations to black community organizations.

Over 100 listeners signed in to my Zoom webinar on family law issues for the LGBTQ community. If you missed it, you can listen it through the link. Make sure to check out the resources on a host of legal topics brought to you by CLEO. https://cleoconnect.ca//family-law-issues-for-lgbtq-famil/

https://www.thelawyersdaily.ca/articles/21478 In a recent Federal Court case, a "mixed orientation" couple were found to meet the definition of conjugality using family law principles. See Kelly's comments in an interview about the case.

I will be a guest presenter for the FLEW Webinar on May 27 at 12:00, addressing family law issues for LGBTQ families. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//i-will-be-a-guest-prese/

A recent Superior Court decision from Quebec found that a biological connection wasn't necessary to prove parentage and citizenship -- a victory for LGBTQ families and those requiring assisted reproduction. Proud that the court relied upon a chapter we wrote: "For an overview of legislative changes that have occurred throughout Canada on this issue, see Kelly Jordan and Emma White, Family Law, in Joanna Radbord (ed.), LGBTQ2+ Law: Practice Issues and Analysis" Read the important case here: https://www.canlii.org//20/2020qccs2700/2020qccs2700.html

Don't forget to register for the Family Law Summit on October 1st, 2020. Happy to be chairing it again (although virtually) this year with Mary-Jo Maur. I will miss seeing the attendees in person! https://store.lso.ca/14th-family-law-summit

As family lawyers, we are hearing from our clients about the challenges of COVID-19 in a two household family. Our associate, Emma Katz, weighs in on the issue in this blog.

Enjoyed obtaining my specialist certificate in online dispute resolution...by zoom of course! Learning new skills for mediating effectively virtually in the same room.

Mediate virtually in the same room! https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//mediate-virtually-in-th/

Delighted to announce that Christine Kim of www.christinekimmediation.com is now in the house! We will continue to co-mediate parenting and financial issues and I look forward to an even closer working relationship. New masks are in the works thanks to Mikah Styles - https://www.facebook.com/ElevenMikahStyles/

Kelly D. Jordan Family Law Firm has a new home! https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-d-jordan-family-l/

Teaching Fertility Law at Queen's Faculty of Law this weekend with my friend and colleague Shirley Levitan! Love my alma mater!

Exciting news, Emma White and Kelly D. Jordan, collaborated again in another book, for the important chapter on LGBTQ2 Family Law in Canada. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//lgbtq2-law-practice-iss/

Kelly was delighted to have been consulted and acknowledged in Doing Right by Philip Hébert and Wayne Rosen. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-d-jordan-consults/

Kelly D. Jordan has been selected for the 14th Edition of the Best Lawyers in Canada https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-d-jordan-selected/

Christine Vanderschoot: "I am grateful to the 10+ Executive for accepting my application and appointing me to the prestigious The Advocates’ Society’s 10+ Committee." https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//the-advocates-society-1/

Christine Vanderschoot: "I am pleased to announce that I have been elected by colleagues for a second term as the Editor of the on-line magazine, Matrimonial Affairs." https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//oba-executive-matrimoni/

What a nightmare...

The family law team attends the Advocates' Society year end tonight! Sorry to have to skip this year...enjoy ladies!

We The North! The firm has fun at the Parade.

Congratulations to our colleagues at Christen Seaton Burrison Hudani! Enjoyed the celebration.

Loved presenting today at the AFCC with Christine Kim! Mediation and LGBTQ clients...so important.

Kelly Jordan discusses how the Mediator's style has to work for both parties. https://www.advocatedaily.com/kelly-jordan-mediators-style-

Beautiful Miriam at 16 days old! Proud to help her fathers obtain a declaration that they are the only legal parents. Love this work.

Kelly D. Jordan featured on Advocate Daily: Understanding the Mediation process is important" https://www.advocatedaily.com/kelly-jordan-understanding-th

How To Choose The Most Effective Mediator For Your Matter. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//how-to-choose-the-most-/

Kelly Jordan discusses the case for decriminalizing compensation to surrogates and donors with the CBA National http://www.nationalmagazine.ca//q-a-the-case-for-decrimina

Excited to be co-chairing the Family Law Summit with Mary-Jo Maur March 18 and 19. Hope to see you there!

Kelly D. Jordan featured on Advocate Daily, discussing enlisting third-party experts in family cases. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-d-jordan-featured/

Back at my alma mater, Queen's U, to teach the first fertility law course with Shirley Levitan to 2nd and 3rd year students. They were phenomenal. Thanks to Marisa Vekios for all of her help!

Kelly Jordan interviewed on Advocate Daily, about how skilled mediators can help couples move beyond emotional baggage. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-d-jordan-intervie/

Kelly D. Jordan is featured on Advocate Daily, discussing the new draft regulations for the Assisted Human Reproduction Act. https://www.advocatedaily.com/kelly-jordan-labour-pains-upd

Law Society of Ontario: Fertility and Reproductive Law Conference November 19, 2018: wonderful speakers and presentations. Great opportunity for me to discuss issues arising from the All Families Are Equal Act including those related to gestational surrogacy and ova/sperm donation. Wonderful discussion with colleagues including Shirley Levitan who tackled ethical issues.

Kelly Jordan is featured on Advocate Daily, discussing the OCA ruling and it's likely impact on Indigenous families. https://www.advocatedaily.com/kelly-jordan-oca-ruling-likel

Five common mistakes when going through a separation and divorce. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//five-common-mistakes-wh/

Kelly Jordan is featured on Advocate Daily, discussing the importance of emotional intelligence in family law and mediation. https://www.advocatedaily.com/kelly-jordan-emotional-intell

Wondering what will become of your matrimonial home after your divorce? Kelly Jordan sheds light on the topic in a blog written by Kate Watson. Have a look. http://katewatson.com/matrimonial-home-after-separation

Mediation is generally considered more effective, affordable and faster than other methods of resolution. Despite this, mediation is not for everyone. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//is-mediation-right-for-/

Kelly D Jordan Family Law Firm has gotten an office upgrade. Read more about our new mediation centre and Kelly’s Mediation services. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-d-jordan-family-l/

Kelly Jordan has written an insightful chapter on entitlement to child support and spousal support in the book Support Rights and Obligations Under Ontario Family Law. Read more about it here. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-jordan-is-feature/

Kelly Jordan is speaking at a conference in Vancouver today at the 2018 National Family Law Program held by the Federation of Law Societies of Canada. She will be discussing common immigration and family law issues that arise in situations where one or both parties do not have Canadian citizenship. Find out more. https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-jordan-speaks-abo/

Who pays child support amongst multiple parents? https://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//who-pays-child-support-/

Wonderful to celebrate Pride with my assistant bookkeeper, Mahnaz Mashhouri, after some administrative work at the new office this weekend!

Kelly Jordan will soon be offering a course at Queens University on Fertility Law. Find out more http://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-jordan-to-offer-co/

Kelly was proud to be invited to present at IDENTITY: Canadian perspectives on LGBTQI12S. She addressed what judges, lawyers and others should know about LGBTQ Parenting. She also attended the Gala where Prime Minister Trudeau was honoured. Contact us if you would like a copy of her slide presentation.

Fertility law is a very niche field of law and it's hard to know what you should and should not do as clients who need the service. Here are some dos and don'ts for parties that are looking to have a surrogacy or donor agreement made for them. http://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//dos-and-donts-when-creat/

Kelly Jordan co-presents with Christine Kim at the National Judicial Institute in Ottawa. They discuss LGBTQ and parenting decisions that affect legal matters upon breakdown of relationships. . http://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-jordan-presents-to/

What decisions and challenges arise for LGBTQ families deciding on parenting. Read and find out what Fertility Lawyer Kelly Jordan has to say. http://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//whats-involved-in-the-de/

Mediation has become an extremely effective and results-driven method of alternate dispute resolution method. I would suggest it to anyone who is looking to get a divorce, especially if they are looking to part amicably. Here's my take on why mediation is a great option. http://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com/2018/04/why-mediation/

Kelly D Jordan has been featured in My Business Magazine. http://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//kelly-jordan-my-business/

Be green and get your protein! Congratulations to our client, Angela Kelly, on launching her cricket protein bars. Check her out at www.jumpbars.com or at the Green Living Show next weekend!

Gamete Donor Anonymity is a hot topic these days. Find out how donor offspring are learning about their family secrets and their legal implications. http://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com//gamete-donation-the-not/

Kelly is thrilled to be taking family mediation training with Christine Kim, Seema Jain and Deborah Graham. Kelly will be offering mediation services in family and fertility later this year! Watch the website for further updates.

Important information on medical expense credits for assisted reproduction, including possible retroactive claims. Everyone should consult their own lawyers and accountants.

Oldest frozen embryo was successfully transferred to an intended mother -- this baby and her mom could have been best friends in elementary school! There are increasing numbers of frozen embryos in storage and we are seeing more and more donations.

Important information on birth registration for the LGBTQ and fertility community. If you are expecting, follow the instructions below to ensure that your child's birth certificate reflects your family. https://www.facebook.com/LGBTQPN/posts/10155180900267335

Kelly D Jordan Family Law Firm announces their launch! http://kellyjordanfamilylaw.com/2017/11/kdj-family-law-firm/