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What counts as valid personal service in Ontario?
Process Serving September 18, 2026

What counts as valid personal service in Ontario?

Service is more than handing over an envelope. Ontario courts expect the right person, the right documents and the right proof — and getting any one of those wrong can cost you a court date.

Filing family law forms without costly mistakes
Family Law August 29, 2026

Filing family law forms without costly mistakes

Financial statements, applications and affidavits each carry their own formatting and disclosure requirements. Here are the errors we see most often before a filing is rejected.

Swearing an affidavit: what a Commissioner of Oaths checks
Affidavits July 22, 2026

Swearing an affidavit: what a Commissioner of Oaths checks

Before a commissioner signs, they must be satisfied the deponent understands the oath and the contents of the document. Understanding that process helps you prepare properly.

Preparing for mediation: a practical checklist
Mediation June 10, 2026

Preparing for mediation: a practical checklist

Mediation works best when both sides arrive with the same documents and the same facts. A little preparation goes a long way toward a settlement that holds.

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