February 7, 2014
by Sarah
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Connecting judges in a connected world

Parenting disputes are particularly complicated when families have ties to multiple jurisdictions. A fairly straightforward dispute about custody or a parenting schedule may be exacerbated by  a battle about which court has authority to determine the children’s fate. Where families … Continue reading

January 27, 2014
by Jennifer Samara Shuber
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Forgiveness: do your soul a favour

The world lost a great man December 5, 2013 when Nelson Mandela passed.  Although a somewhat controversial figure in his youth, his leadership of South Africa and his work in eliminating apartheid were inspired and inspiring.  Watching the many celebrations … Continue reading

May 2, 2013
by Jennifer Samara Shuber
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Beware the status quo. Bring family law custody appeals in a timely fashion or face the consequences…

Perron v Perron is a custody case decided by the Ontario Court of Appeal where the issue of language education featured prominently.  It contains interesting commentary not only on the status of French in Canada and education as an aspect of … Continue reading

October 7, 2012
by Jennifer Samara Shuber
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You CAN get through the holidays…

It’s fall.  Time for the celebration of the High Holidays and Thanksgiving.  These holidays are about connections: about family and community.  About coming together and giving thanks for our many blessings.  When you are newly single, the idea of giving … Continue reading

August 8, 2012
by Jennifer Samara Shuber
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USES OF SKYPE TECHNOLOGY IN FAMILY LAW: PART II: CONNECTING FAMILIES

Many children do not enjoy daily standard face-to-face contact with both of their parents.  This is particularly true for separated and divorced families who no longer live together 24/7.   In recent years, parents and courts have made frequent use of … Continue reading