General answers to common questions about our services, intake process, and Ontario legal matters. This is general information only and not legal advice.
A lawyer is not always legally required for separation, but separation involves issues — parenting, support, property, and disclosure — with long-term consequences. Independent legal advice helps clients understand their rights and obligations before signing agreements or taking court steps. This is general information only and not legal advice.
Parenting time generally refers to the time a child spends with each parent. Decision-making responsibility generally refers to the authority to make significant decisions about the child — for example, decisions related to education, healthcare, religion, and significant activities. The legal framework in Ontario looks at the best interests of the child. This is general information only and not legal advice.
Child support in Ontario is generally calculated under the Federal Child Support Guidelines, based on the paying parent’s income and the number of children. Section 7 expenses — special or extraordinary expenses — can be shared in proportion to income. Self-employed and corporate income often require additional disclosure. This is general information only and not legal advice.
Spousal support is financial support paid by one spouse to the other after separation, where entitlement exists. Analysis generally considers entitlement, amount, and duration. The Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines are commonly referenced. This is general information only and not legal advice.
The matrimonial home receives special treatment under Ontario’s Family Law Act for married spouses. Both spouses generally have equal rights to possession of the matrimonial home regardless of who holds title, until certain steps are taken. Specific outcomes depend on the facts. This is general information only and not legal advice.
Financial disclosure refers to the exchange of financial information — income, assets, liabilities, business interests, and supporting documents — that is generally required in family law matters involving support and property. Complete and accurate disclosure is fundamental to fair resolution.
Whether an urgent motion is available depends on the nature of the issue, the evidence, and the applicable procedural rules. Motions are procedurally demanding and require careful preparation. Please contact the office to discuss your specific circumstances.
If available, please bring identification, any court documents you have received, any existing agreements, and any documents relevant to your matter (such as income or property records). The intake form will help identify what materials are most relevant.
Yes. Lee & Co. Law Firm accepts Legal Aid Ontario certificates for eligible matters, where applicable. Clients are welcome to contact the office to discuss whether their matter may proceed through Legal Aid Ontario.
No. Submitting an intake form does not create a lawyer-client relationship. The firm must complete a conflict check and a formal retainer process before it can act on a matter. Please do not send highly sensitive or confidential information through the intake form until the firm confirms it is appropriate.
Yes. Lee & Co. Law Firm assists with purchase and sale closings, refinancing, pre-construction closings, and condominium closings in Ontario.
Yes. The firm prepares wills, powers of attorney for property, and powers of attorney for personal care, and assists with estate-related legal services.
Yes. Lee & Co. Law Firm assists with business law matters such as business agreements, shareholder or partnership documents, corporate resolutions, minute book support, share transfer documents, and related business document drafting. The firm does not provide financial, tax, investment, insurance, or accounting advice through the website.
No. Lee & Co. Law Firm is a law firm and provides legal services only. Where a matter involves non-legal considerations, clients should obtain advice directly from the appropriate qualified or licensed professional.
Submit the intake form to begin a structured review of your matter. A member of our team will follow up after an initial review and conflict check.
