DKGC Family Law
55 St. Clair Ave W, Suite 203 M4V 2Y7 Toronto, ON, Canada

Our physical office is open once again during business hours. Masks are required to enter our building and suite. Let's work together to ensure the safety of our loved ones and others during this time. Special thank you to @ryan_rose_mtl for our beautiful bespoke face masks!

Parents who disagree about sending their children back to school may face urgent motions in court and tight timelines to resolve the issue. One of our partners, Alex Grant, successfully argued her client's position in the recent case of Amin v. Kabir. We are here to help you with all your family law questions, including back-to-school concerns.

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If you plan on living with a partner, or you already are, you should have an agreement in place that deals with potential support and property issues in the event of separation. A cohabitation agreement can protect your rights and save you a money in the long run.

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Guerin v. Guerin- Exclusive Possession and Electronic Access Amid COVID 19 The Courts are starting to make important decisions about the effect that COVID 19 protocols are having on parenting agreements. In the case of Guerin v. Guerin the Court considered pre-existing health conditions of the Mother and the failure of following the COVID 19 protocol on the part of the Father. The Court granted the Mothers request, namely that the Father have only electronic access to the children and remain out of the matrimonial home. The Court was clear that decisions changing existing parenting agreements will be dealt with on the facts of the specific case and will likely be temporary. If you have any questions regarding Guerin v. Guerin or any issues related to COVID 19 and its effects on Family Law please do not hesitate to contact us.

Shared Custody in the Age of Covid-19 It is understandable that parents are confused and concerned about the precautions the other parent is taking to ensure the safety of their child(ren) amid the government mandates regarding social distancing. In the limited Court decisions dealing with COVID 19 and parenting, the courts have stated that the existing parenting schedules should be continued, with all parents taking precautions against COVID 19. ... As more cases and information come to light about addressing our clients concerns about parenting during this trying time, DKGC LLP will endeavor to keep our clients informed and up to date. Please see the link below for an article from CTV News: https://www.ctvnews.ca//coronavirus-complicates-co-parenti

Courts in Ontario have temporarily suspended regular operations pending further notice and are only hearing urgent matters. Canadian Lawyer Magazine canvasses some of issues and family law cases that have recently been litigated as a direct result of COVID-19: https://www.canadianlawyermag.com//no-one-knows-wh/327973 Have you been impacted by COVID-19? If you have a family law matter that needs to be addressed, do not hesitate to contact us for a free 30 min consultation.

Meet our partners: Efua Cobbina Efua (pronounced -fwa) is a passionate advocate with a strong business background. She majored in finance before attending McGill University's Faculty of Law. Although Efua regularly appears in the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice, she is settlement-minded and focused on obtaining cost-effective results for her clients through negotiation, mediation and arbitration. She is a skilled and dedicated advocate for her clients.

Meet our partners: Alexandrea Grant Alexandrea has experience in all areas of family law, including negotiation of complex marriage contracts, parenting plans and separation agreements. Clients appreciate Alexandrea because she strives to negotiate settlements that are in their childrens best interests.... Alexandrea appears frequently before the Superior Court of Justice and the Ontario Court of Justice and has been lead trial counsel in both courts.

Meet our partners: Lisa Katz Lisa has practiced exclusively family law since 2008. She regularly appears in all levels of court, including the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice, representing clients at conferences, motions and at trial.... Lisa has also successfully handled an appeal at the Court of Appeal for Ontario. While Lisa is a zealous advocate for her clients in court, she recognizes the benefits of alternative dispute resolution processes including mediation and/or arbitration. Lisa recognizes the importance of making sure that her clients understand the legal process and have a voice in the outcome.

Meet our partners: Andrea Di Battista Andrea is an experienced and skillful advocate who has appeared at all levels of court in Ontario. She has acted for clients in mediation, arbitration and litigation including trials and appeals.... She is able to meet the needs of her clients in all aspects of family law.