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Federal government looks to put children first in Divorce Act overhaul

By Seane Fine> Justice Writer and Laura Stone>Parliamentary Reporter, May 22, 2018 “Federal government looks to put children first in Divorce Act overhaul”

The federal Liberal government is aiming to protect children from high-conflict divorces, by emphasizing alternatives to courtroom battles and by using neutral language for the sharing of parental responsibilities, in what would be the first major changes to the federal Divorce Act in 20 years.

Collaborative approach to family law reduces conflict

By Diane McInnis Waterloo Region Record, May 25, 2018 “Collaborative approach to family law reduces conflict”

I applaud any efforts by the federal government to reform family justice. Justice Minister Jodie Wilson-Raybould has indicated that proposed new legislation will address family violence concerns, put the best interest of the children first, and improve enforcement of support obligations. I am glad to it has become a government priority.

Integrative or Interest­Based Bargaining

by Brad Spangler. “Integrative or Interest­Based Bargaining.” Posted: June 2003

What is Integrative or Interest­Based Bargaining? Integrative bargaining (also called “interest­-based bargaining,” “win­-win bargaining”) is a negotiation strategy in which parties collaborate to find a “win­-win” solution to their dispute. This strategy focuses on developing mutually beneficial agreements based on the interests of the disputants.

Collaborative practice comes into its own

by Mallory Hendry, for Canadian Lawyer Magazine.

Many family law disputes are better resolved with a team in a non-adversarial setting, and more lawyers are offering this kind of help.

As collaborative practice grows in popularity, a number of family lawyers across the country are working to launch Canada’s first inter-disciplinary organization.

You thought WHAT about court?

Couples in Ontario using the family court to separate must attend a Mandatory Information Program (MIP), before their first court appearance. The program is co-presented between a mental health professional and family law lawyer. The information provided is tightly scripted by the Ministry of the Attorney General and highlights issues faced by separating couples and children…