Healthy Co-Parenting: How to Navigate Changing Roles After Divorce
Understanding the Transition From Being Spouses to Being Co-parents Divorce is a significant life event that brings about a multitude of...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Jul 10
- 7 min
Understanding Spousal Support in Canada: What You Need to Know
Lately, I've had several consultation calls with prospective clients whose lawyers have advised them to either demand spousal support...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Feb 29
- 3 min
Divorce Dollars: Getting Pension Valuation Right in Ontario
Divorce can be a complex and emotionally charged process, especially when it comes to dividing assets. In Ontario, evaluating pension...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Feb 13
- 7 min
Divorce and Distance: A Canadian Parent's Guide to Relocation
In the wake of a divorce, the decision to relocate is not merely a change of address; it’s a pivotal moment that can redefine the future...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Feb 6
- 6 min
Navigating the Division of Assets in Divorce: A Comprehensive Guide
Divorce can be a complex and emotionally challenging process, especially when it comes to dividing assets. It's crucial to clearly...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Feb 3
- 7 min
From Exes to Roommates: Successfully Sharing a Home After Divorce
In the evolving economic landscape of Southern Ontario, divorced couples face unique challenges and opportunities as they consider...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Feb 3
- 4 min
Building Strong Foundations: The Path to Risk-Resilient Separation Agreements
When it comes to separation, two potential paths lie ahead for those involved. The first path is full of conflict and misunderstandings,...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Nov 28, 2023
- 3 min
Considering Children's Voices in Divorce: Should Your Kids Decide Where to Live?
Deciding whether to ask your children who they want to live with is a challenging decision that demands careful thought.
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Michelle Rakowski
- Nov 24, 2023
- 4 min
Can A Mediator Write A Separation Agreement
Yes! Mediators in Canada and many other countries and states can assist clients in writing their Separation Agreements.Â
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Michelle Rakowski
- Nov 17, 2023
- 4 min
Parenting Schedules for Divorce: What to Consider for Every Age
Developmentally, children of different ages have different needs that should be considered when making a parenting schedule. Let’s look...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Nov 8, 2023
- 5 min
Who Gets to Stay and Who Gets to Say? The Difference Between Residency and Custody in Divorce
When going through a divorce with children, you'll hear terms like "custody" and "residency." It's critical to understand what these...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Feb 21, 2023
- 4 min
‘Negative Equity’ and Declining Home Values in Divorce
The chaos of the past few years caused many people to see a rapid up-tick in the value of their homes. Unfortunately, this has now been...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Feb 20, 2023
- 2 min
Preserving Culture and Religion During Divorce
The importance of a child’s culture and religion (if they have one) cannot be overlooked as you are considering what it will look like...
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Michelle Rakowski
- Feb 15, 2023
- 1 min
Communicating With Your Ex: Children's Schooling
Making decisions about school is a major responsibility and your Parenting Plan needs to designate which parents are taking on this...
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