Family Law flashcards

Definition of Family Law (or what does it address?)

Family Law Legislation

Unmarried Spouses/Common Law Couples are:

Which pieces of Legislation can Married Spouses use to make orders?

Which Act can Unmarried couple use to ask for orders? (and in which circumstance can they use this act?)

Which Act can Common Law Couples use to ask for orders (and for what?)

Requirements to get married

Marriage Agreements are also known as

What to Marriage Agreements do?

Through Marriage Agreements, couples can negotiate on a number of areas except:

A Marriage Agreement is a good idea when:

List a few of the subjects that Marriage Agreements can address

Agreements for the division of property and debt can be set aside if:

Date of Separation is important because:

How long is the period that the divorce act allows married couples to resume cohabitation without stopping the separation clock?

What are couples' three options after separation?

What is a separation agreement

What are the benefits of Separation Agreements?

Separation Agreement Process

What family law related matters cannot be dealt with in Provincial court?

To commence a Family Law proceeding, what must be filed?

What is the person who starts a proceeding called?

The ____ files what form in response to the applicant?

How long does the respondent have to file a reply?

How long does the applicant have to wait before the registry serves them the reply?

If a counterclaim is filed, how long does the applicant have to file a reply to it?

What is a Family Justice Counselor?

A First Appearance is what? and What can be done at it?

How many days does the witness have to be served before trial?

Expert Reports in Family law actions called:

Expert Reports may be conducted by who?

Expert Reports must be filed in court and provided to all parties ___ before trial

What is the purpose of a Trial Book?

Flow of a trial

How long before a trial can you change a trial date?