A basic guide to Canadian family law : what everybody needs to know about Canadian family law but could never afford to ask

Summary: "The Basic Guide to Canadian Family Law has been written for the average Canadian as distinct from judges, lawyers, mediators, and others who engage in family dispute resolution. It will be of special interest to Canadians who are contemplating separation or divorce but wish to obtain basic information about the legal consequences of any such decision and the alternative methods of resolving any dispute before pursuing the matter further. Lawyers, mediators, and other professionals who engage in dispute resolution may themselves find it useful to refer their clients to the current guide. Self-represented litigants may also find it to be helpful. It will also be of interest to students in schools, colleges, and universities who need a bird's-eye view of Canadian family law before embarking on more detailed studies. Any member of the general public who is interested in their rights and obligations under Canada's current family law system can obtain the requisite information in a readily accessible form at a relatively low cost."-- Provided by publisher.