Divorce during the Corona Virus Pandemic

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May 16, 2020

Although it is generally said that adversity brings people together. On the contrary, it appears that the corona virus has sparked many martial issues. Couples are spending more time with one another, and realizing many aspects of each other that they would not have realized prior to the outbreak.

If you and/or your spouse have deiced to fill a divorce, you are not alone. Conflicts and arguments have severely increased during the pandemic.

There are several steps required to finalize a simple divorce. Thus, you will evidently be faced with obstacles around filling and getting a divorce. Please do not hesitate to contact us for legal advice and/or hiring counsel to represent you.

For a divorce, the only ground needed is marriage breakdown, per the Divorce Act, which can be defined by any one of the following:

• Living apart for a year or more; or
• Physical or mental abuse; or
• Adultery.

In order to apply for divorce, you must prove all of the following:

• • You and your spouse are legally married under the law and the marriage is recognized in Canada;
• • Dissolution of the marriage;
• • Proof of residence for you or your spouse in the Canadian province or territory for at least a full year before applying for divorce.

Often couples are separated but continue to live under the same roof. This is a situation where an experienced lawyer can inform you what factors the courts may consider when legitimizing your separation, especially during this unprecedented situation.

Starting a divorce application can also be challenging. It is important to consult a lawyer who can advise you what documents are required and which forms should be filled out based on your province or territory.

With our current state- in regard to Covid-19, courts have been suspended until further notice. At Kazandji Law Firm, our experienced family lawyers can assist you with filing court documents related to your potential divorce. To further protect the health and safety of all court users and to help contain the spread of COVID-19, the courthouse should NOT be attended in person at this time, for purposes of filing court documents. Properly filling your divorce and including all relevant material is essential, which is an area we can assist you with.

Contact Fadi Matthew Kazandji, family lawyer at (647)-588-3234, to schedule a free consultation.

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