Divorce Lawyer

Expert Divorce Lawyers: Your Path to a Fresh Start

Navigating a separation is one of the most stressful life events you will face. Whether you are seeking a simple uncontested divorce or require aggressive representation for a complex asset division case, you need a legal team that understands the specific landscape of Family Law in Mississauga.

Why Choose a Local Mississauga Divorce Firm

Family law is provincial, but court procedures are often specific to the region. Hiring a generalist lawyer who isn’t familiar with the local judges and registrars can cause unnecessary delays.

Our Local Experience in Peel Region:

  • Court Expertise: We regularly represent clients at the Superior Court of Justice on Hurontario Street. We understand the expectations of the local judges and masters in Brampton and Mississauga.
  • Filing Efficiency: We are familiar with the specific filing procedures for the Peel Region courthouses, ensuring your Application for Divorce is processed without administrative errors that often stall the process.
  • Accessible & Discreet: We know that privacy matters. Our office is located near Square One, offering discreet parking for consultations, so you can discuss your sensitive family matters in confidence.

Our Divorce Services

1. Uncontested Divorce ("Desk Divorce")

If you and your spouse have agreed on all major issues—including child custody, support, and property division—an uncontested divorce is the most cost-effective route. This is often called a “desk divorce” because it is handled purely through paperwork; you generally do not need to step foot in the Hurontario courthouse.

We handle:

  • Drafting and filing the Application for Divorce.
  • Serving your spouse according to court rules.
  • Preparing the Affidavit for Divorce and final draft order

2. Contested Divorce & Litigation

When agreements cannot be reached regarding the matrimonial home, pensions, or parenting time you need a litigator. We are prepared to advocate for your rights in the Superior Court of Justice.

We resolve disputes involving:

  • The Application: We file Form 8A (Application) at the Superior Court of Justice (7755 Hurontario St, Brampton/Mississauga jurisdiction)
  • Financial Disclosure: Both parties must exchange full and frank financial disclosure. This is mandatory in Ontario.
  • Case Conferences: If the matter is contested, we attend a Case Conference with a judge to attempt settlement before moving to a trial.
  • The Divorce Order: Once issues are resolved (via agreement or trial), the judge grants the Divorce Order. The Certificate of Divorce is issued 31 days later.

The Process: Filing for Divorce in Mississauga

While every case is unique, the general procedure in Peel Region follows these steps

We resolve disputes involving:

  • Property Division: Equalization of Net Family Property (NFP).
  • Spousal Support: Determining entitlement, quantum, and duration.
  • Child Custody (Decision-Making Responsibility): Focusing on the “best interests of the child.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Do I have to go to court in Mississauga for a divorce?

Not always. In an uncontested divorce, the process is administrative and handled by our lawyers filing paperwork on your behalf. You usually only need to appear in court if there are unresolved disputes regarding custody or support that require a judge’s intervention.

A simple, uncontested divorce can take 4 to 6 months to finalize, depending on the backlog at the Brampton courthouse. Contested matters involving complex asset division or custody disputes can take 12 to 24 months or longer.

There is only one ground for divorce: marriage breakdown. This is most commonly established by living “separate and apart” for one year. Adultery and cruelty are also grounds but are rarely used as they require proof in court.

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Serving clients in Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, and the Greater Toronto Area.

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