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Nairne v. Nairne: Creative solution in family law upheld by Ontario Court of Appeal

This article was originally published by Law360 Canada (www.law360.ca), part of LexisNexis Canada Inc. The importance of the case of Nairne v. Nairne, [2023] O.J. No. 3083 is not the facts or the legal decisions, but the implication of a…

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Reduce the cost of valuing a professional practice upon divorce using Collaborative Law

This article was published in Issue 37-12 of Money & Family Law Valuating a professional practice when there is a separation may be emotionally charged and costly because of the subjective nature of business valuations, especially professional businesses. Read more…

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Nathalie Boutet Interviewed for CBC’s Dans La mosaïque

To listen to the full interview, visit this link. January is known as a period where some couples make the decision to separate. In this interview, Nathalie explains that couples may be waiting after the holidays and after the children…

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High net worth spouses and divorce – The Lawyer’s Daily

This article was originally published by The Lawyer’s Daily (www.thelawyersdaily.ca), part of LexisNexis Canada Inc. This article covers some of the legal issues facing families that enjoy a high net worth. More specifically, how gifts and inheritances are treated in…

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Considering contributions to cottage in cases of separation/divorce – Article in The Lawyer’s Daily

This article was originally published by The Lawyer’s Daily (www.thelawyersdaily.ca), part of LexisNexis Canada Inc. Finding an affordable home or cottage continues to be inaccessible to many young couples. If parents want to help with a down payment or with…

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Mediation for divorce: The benefits and pitfalls – Interview in Canadian Lawyer Magazine

This article was written by Aidan Macnab and originally published by Canadian Lawyer Magazine.   How does mediation work? This article is part of a series addressing popular topics and questions that clients and the public may have about the…

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What current economic turmoil means for child and spousal support – Article in The Lawyer’s Daily

This article was originally published by The Lawyer’s Daily (www.thelawyersdaily.ca), part of LexisNexis Canada Inc. Our economy has changed during and as a result of the pandemic, with some sectors being severely impacted while others surpassed expectations. We will continue…

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What happens to the financial contributions for a cottage in the event of separation / divorce

With the cost of real estate, both urban and in cottage country, continuing to be inaccessible to many young couples, it is common for parents to provide financial assistance to their children to permit the purchase of a house or…

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Lesson from appeal decision: Don’t play games with financial disclosure – Article in The Lawyer’s Daily

By Nathalie Boutet and Gary Joseph This article was originally published by The Lawyer’s Daily (www.thelawyersdaily.ca), part of LexisNexis Canada Inc. In an era where many families engage in legitimate complicated tax and estate planning, the Ontario Court of Appeal…

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Divorcing A Spouse Who Has An Addiction: What You Need To Know – Interview In Radio-Canada

After nearly two years of the ongoing stresses of the pandemic, substance abuse or even relapses are negatively impacting families and relationships. Dealing with a spouse suffering from addiction during the separation/divorce process may lead to unique legal issues and…

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Practitioners with a Heart

With everything going on in the world right now, I am inviting practitioners of all professions to do many acts of kindness to counter the abundance of information about fear, divisiveness, and illness all around the world. As Random Acts…

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Updated federal family law booklets helpful to lawyers and clients: lawyer – Interview by The Lawyer’s Daily

Updated information booklets on amended federal divorce laws and how they apply to separation, shared parenting, family violence and putting kids first will remind lawyers to help parting spouses find “peaceful” and “workable solutions” to disputes, says a legal mind…

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The Rise of Gig Economy & What it Means for Divorce – Article Published in Family Lawyer Magazine

For family lawyers, the burgeoning gig economy & remote work have presented new challenges & complexities – particularly regarding how we determine support. As family law lawyers, we’ve witnessed many different scenarios among our clients as we shepherd them through…

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The rise of the gig economy and what it means for divorce – Article in The Lawyer’s Daily

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the gig economy over the past year. As people started to re-evaluate their current work and lifestyle, businesses began to leverage the economic benefits of hiring more freelance and contract workers. So, what does that…

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Collaborative negotiation is crucial for child and spousal support agreements in rising gig economy – Interview by Law Times

Income demands are more complex as people work unconventional hours: Family lawyer As the pandemic accelerates the gig economy with more freelancers and independent workers, determining income for child and spousal arrangements through collaborative negotiation or mediation is essential, says…

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Wealth Professional: How advisors can bring calm and reason to divorcing business couples

Lawyer encourages trusted advisors to step in to help couples resolve issues before they go to court How can advisors help married clients who are divorcing if there’s a family business involved? Nathalie Boutet, owner of Boutet Family Law and…

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Divorce Act changes ‘a boon’ for collaborative law practice – Interview By Law Times

As the pandemic has produced a rise in divorces and family disputes, the recent enactment of Divorce Act amendments will give a boost to collaborative family law and have more clients resolving their issues outside of a courtroom, say two family…

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The Divorce Act has grown up, but will we?

Many people think that the courtroom is the place to finally bring justice — via the well-intentioned figure seated in black robes — to the injustice of their failed marriage. Unfortunately, it is often not like this. Despite recent reforms…

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New Divorce Act changes focus on out-of-court resolution, interests of child – Boutet in The Lawyer’s Daily

New federal laws requiring family lawyers to “encourage” parting spouses to use mediation or other forms of alternative dispute resolution instead of the courts have come into force. On March 1, federal Minister of Justice and Attorney General David Lametti…

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Everything You Wanted to Know About Family Law and Real Estate – Interviewed by Burn Your Mortgage Podcast

Nathalie is interviewed to discuss why you might consider having your partner sign a cohabitation agreement when moving in together, what’s a matrimonial home and the property rights of common-law partners versus married spouses.     Or listen to the…

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Nathalie Boutet is now a certified Advanced Collaborative Professional

I am pleased to announce my new designation as an Advanced Collaborative Professional. The Ontario Association of Collaborative Professionals established the Advanced Collaborative Professional designation in order to recognize the professional commitment to the community and advanced skill level. The…

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A Web Portal to Understand Family Rights – Boutet on CBC (French)

Nathalie was interviewed by the CBC to warmly welcome the launch of the Ryerson University Legal Innovation Zone’s groundbreaking Family Law Portal, a free online service helping Ontario families involved in separation or divorce better understand their rights, their responsibilities,…

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Bill C-78 changes to the Divorce Act – is it enough? – Boutet on 900 CHML

Nathalie Boutet speaks to radio CHML 900 about the significance of the proposed amendments to Canada’s family law acts.

How parents can protect the family business if their children divorce – Boutet in The Globe and Mail

There are many considerations given to how couples can protect themselves and their assets from divorce, but what about their family members – specifically the older generation – whose assets may also be at risk? What can parents who started…

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