By Evelyn Thompson, Family Law Clerk
I recently attended a Mandatory Information Program session, also known as a “MIP”. I was on a fact-finding mission. I wanted to experience, first-hand, the basic information that is given to both parties so I might better prepare my clients as to what they could expect. What surprised me…
The law clerks at Barriston have focused on the various sections of a Financial Statement. Part 4(b) identifies household contents, vehicles and other items.
Just as a quick refresher: remember that your Financial Statement is a snapshot of your financial situation. Only include an asset that you are the registered owner of. For example, it…
The Business Interests section of a Financial Statement is often what I call a “work-in-progress”.
In today’s economy, it is common that a spouse will be self-employed, working for his or her own sole proprietorship or a partnership. This partnership can be with the other spouse or a third party.
Also, on the advice of…
It seems there are as many types of insurance as there are insurance companies or agents. The industry has created a variety of products designed to fill a variety of purposes, including coverage for debts, illness, injury or disability as well as life insurance.
There are two basic types of life insurance – term and…
My husband has learned to tune-out my complaints when we watch popular programs such as Law & Order or other legal-based dramas. I am sure that I am not alone in my frustration with the misleading idea that any legal system, be it American or Canadian, can resolve issues as quickly as they do on…
A Financial Statement. It may sound simple enough but this document could be the most intensive exercise you undertake and is an essential step in your Family Law matter. A properly prepared Financial Statement is critical to settlement and is the cornerstone of financial disclosure, a term you will encounter often.
A Financial Statement is…
