Family Law

During separation, establishing child support often presents several challenges, even though in principle, it is determined according to scales established by the government. Moreover, in order to avoid having to claim support, some parents skip this essential step of separation and thus accumulate, toward each other, a significant debt that will need to be claimed or negotiated.

During a separation, the issue of child custody is a central concern for all parents. If you are unable to agree on child custody arrangements, this is your opportunity to consult us for our expertise in family law in Gatineau and the Ottawa region to help you negotiate a child custody agreement.

According to the law, parents have the right and the duty to care for, supervise, and educate their children. Both parents jointly exercise parental authority over their children, whether they are united or separated. Thus, parents always remain responsible for their children, unless a court specifically decides otherwise. Therefore, even if custody of the children has been granted to one parent following a separation, the other parent still retains their rights and duties toward their children.

Did you know that common-law partners without children, despite the existence of a relationship of economic dependency?

We will help you understand your rights and obligations under the law in the event of separation or divorce, and we will advise and support you during this transitional period in your life to ensure it goes as smoothly as possible for you.