Family Law
Ontario Family Lawyers
When family law matters arise, navigating the complexities of the family justice system can be overwhelming. We at Alves Law are here to provide you with quality legal services and guide you through family law proceedings, ensuring your rights are protected every step of the way.
Legal Representation for Family Law Matters
Retaining the services of a skilled family lawyer is imperative when facing family law issues. Given the various rules and regulations of the Ontario court system, as well as the sensitivity of the legal matters involved in family law cases, having a trusted family lawyer by your side is a must.
Whether you’re facing a family court case, dealing with a former partner, or need assistance with family court proceedings related to child custody, spousal support or property matters, we have the expertise to help.
From providing advice to protecting your rights and helping you navigate negotiations to resolve family disputes, we will look after your best interests. Don’t face these challenges alone – contact Emma Alves – Family Lawyer for guidance from an Ontario family law veteran.
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Emma Alves
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Sabrina Wang
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Rachel Zuliniak
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Your Trusted Source for Family Law Guidance in Ontario
Divorce
Divorce is a significant life event that marks the legal dissolution of a marriage, with profound legal and emotional implications for those involved. Our family lawyers can provide you with expert guidance throughout the divorce process, ensuring that you understand the intricacies of divorce proceedings. Whether you are pursuing a contested or uncontested divorce, we are here to protect your interests and rights during this challenging time.
Spousal Support
Spousal support is financial assistance paid by one former partner to another after separation or divorce. Our family law lawyers can assist you in understanding the intricacies of spousal support, whether you are the recipient or the paying party.
Child Support
Child support is a critical aspect of family law, ensuring that children’s financial needs are met after separation or divorce. Our family lawyers can help you navigate child support calculations and ensure that your child’s best interests are represented during family court cases.
Domestic Contracts
Parenting agreements, separation agreements and cohabitation agreements are essential legal tools that help define rights and responsibilities within a family unit. Whether you are seeking to establish a parenting agreement to address child custody and visitation or a cohabitation agreement to protect your interests in a non-marital relationship, our family lawyers are here for you.
Property Matters
Property matters in family law involve the division of assets and debts acquired during the relationship, which can include the family home, vehicles, bank accounts, investments, as well as mortgages, loans, and credit card debts. Our family lawyers will ensure you understand your entitlements and obligations throughout the process.
General Family Law Resources
Legal Separation Agreements
Learn how legal separation agreements in Ontario protect your rights, clarify responsibilities, and help you move forward with confidence.
Arbitration
Want to avoid the courtroom in your family dispute? Learn how arbitration in Ontario offers a private, binding, and flexible alternative to family law litigation.
Mediation
Avoid court and resolve family disputes cooperatively—learn how mediation in Ontario works and whether it’s the right option for your separation or divorce.
Chinese Family Law Services
Need family law help in Mandarin? Alves Law offers bilingual legal support and guidance led by experienced lawyer Sabrina Wang.
Litigation
Facing a high-conflict family dispute? Learn how family law litigation works in Ontario—and when going to court might be your best option.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Looking for a faster, more cost-effective alternative to court? Discover how Alves Law helps resolve legal disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and collaborative family law.
Family Responsibility Office
Learn how Alves Law helps payors and recipients navigate Ontario’s Family Responsibility Office with confidence and clarity.
Marriage Contracts
Thinking about a prenup or marriage contract? Learn how Alves Law helps Ontario couples protect their assets, clarify financial responsibilities, and avoid future disputes.
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Alves Law – Your Trusted Family Law Partner
No matter the issue or stage of the process, whether it’s mediation, arbitration or litigation in family court, it’s important to have a family lawyer in your corner.
At Alves Law, we’re committed to providing quality legal services and helping you find effective solutions to your family legal issues. When you choose Alves Law, you can take comfort in knowing that you have an experienced family law lawyer working towards an outcome that is favourable for your specific circumstances.
What Our Clients Are Saying
"...professional, knowledgeable and personable..."
Emma represented my son, and we are very happy we chose her. She took her time to make sure we were informed of all factors surrounding the case as well as stay in contact through the process to have the best possible outcome. Very professional, knowledgeable and personable, she will be top in my list for any future legal needs.
- L. S.
"...patient, smart, strategic, professional, and effective..."
Not all lawyers are sharks, some are eagles.
Emma Alves is an eagle; strong, patient, smart, strategic, professional, and effective.
- J.S.
"...truly been a pleasure..."
Emma's advice, poise, and direction have always been highly valued. I can’t explain how much I have appreciated Emma and what she does. It’s truly been a pleasure to have worked with Emma and more importantly represented by her. I really felt the partnership and that means more to me than you’ll know.
- M. R.
"...made a tough situation easy to handle..."
Thank you so much for everything! I really appreciate all your support! You made a tough situation easy to handle. Thank you for everything!
- R. L.
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