As societal notions of what constitutes a "family" evolve, so does the law that aims to govern the creation and dissolution of familial relationships. This volume aims to address that evolution, and the family law issues that arise as a result, in an accessible, easy-to-understand format.

A Go-To Resource

Written by two family law experts with many decades of combined experience – Madam Justice Melanie Kraft of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and Adam Prewer, partner at family law firm Epstein Cole LLP – Unpacking Family Law for Practitioners provides valuable insight into the theory and practice of family law today.

This useful volume offers real-world guidance on navigating the ins and outs of family law in Ontario and would be a particularly helpful resource for law students, the self-represented, junior lawyers, mediators and arbitrators, and practitioners who are new to this practice area.

In addition to addressing the fundamentals of family law – from decision making authority and parenting schedules, to child and spousal support, to division of property – it covers the basics of court procedure and includes key cases, relevant statutes, recent developments in the law and helpful practice tips.

Chock-full of information and practical direction, Unpacking Family Law for Practitioners is a must-have book for anyone seeking to gain a better understanding of family law in Ontario.