Peter James Doucet Barrister and Solicitor
144 King Street East M5C 1G8 Toronto, ON, Canada

Some people are using COVID as an excuse to stop making support payments or to clean out a joint bank account. Watch this COVID Family Law update to learn how the support payment and other critical separation and divorce financial issues are being handled during COVID.

Some Parents are using COVID-19 as a reason to disregard child custody requirements. The courts have ruled on this issue and have also made COVID related requirements for the transference of children between spouses. Listen in to this FREE COVID Family Law update from Ontario Family Law Lawyer, Peter Doucet.

COVID-19 is a test for all relationships, but what happens if it's not working out? In this COVID time, is it possible to separate? How does it work? In this FREE COVID Family Law update Ontario Family Law Lawyer, Peter Doucet explains how legal separations occur for common law or marriages.

Separation, Divorce, Child Custody? Ontario Family Law Update during COVID-19 Are the courts even open? Is Family Law being practiced and enforced? Learn what's happening and how it's happening in this FREE Ontario Family Law COVID-19 update from Family Law Lawyer, Peter Doucet.

3 Essential Things to Do If You're Getting a Divorce One of the questions I get the most is: what are the things a person should do to prepare themselves for a divorce? Well my goal is for you to be successfully Divorced, so in this video I share the 3 essential things you should do. ... Watch all of my FREE videos at my website: www.lawbarrister.com Or YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheLawBarrister Get a free consultation from me. Call: (416) 853-7600 or (705) 267-7600

If you have lived together for 3 years it may crystalize a spousal support entitlement. In this video I explain the three ways the courts decide if Spousal Support is rewarded for common law relationships. Watch all of my FREE videos at my website: www.lawbarrister.com ... Or YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheLawBarrister Get a free consultation from me. Call: (416) 853-7600 or (705) 267-7600

The deductions self employed people make to declare their income to Revenue Canada is significantly different from what is permissible when calculating spousal support. The difference can be dramatic. In this video I explain which expenses aren't admissible and how they make a big difference when calculating support payments to the court. Watch all of my FREE videos at my website: www.lawbarrister.com ... Or YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheLawBarrister Get a free consultation from me. Call: (416) 853-7600 or (705) 267-7600

Separation, divorce and multiple relationships (married or common law) make for complicated estate planning. If not done right people you don't want to get your estate, may have entitlements you don't know about. In this Free video, I untangle who gets what in your estate after separation, divorce or a remarriage. Watch all of my FREE videos at my website: www.lawbarrister.com ... Or YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheLawBarrister Get a free consultation from me. Call: (416) 853-7600 or (705) 267-7600

Marriage or remain Common Law? The stigma of living common law is evaporating quickly (if it isn't entirely gone)amongst many people, which makes this a very relavant question today. In the eyes of the law there are significant impacts to living common law vs being in a marriage. In this video I'll explain how the law treats relationships that end from a marriage vs common law.... Watch all of my FREE videos at my website: www.lawbarrister.com Or YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheLawBarrister Get a free consultation from me. Call: (416) 853-7600 or (705) 267-7600

It's a common mistake amongst remarried people that can lead to your Ex getting part of your estate. In this video I talk about wills and direct beneficiaries and the common mistake many people make, that upon their death, directs much of their wealth to go to their Ex spouse unless they've taken proper steps. Watch all of my FREE videos at my website: www.lawbarrister.com ... Or YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheLawBarrister Get a free consultation from me. Call: (416) 853-7600 or (705) 267-7600

How much does a divorce cost? It is one of the first questions people ask when facing a break-up in their marriage. In this video I talk about the average cost for a divorce - when they're costly and when they are not - and how to manage the costs of ending a relationship. ... Watch all of my FREE videos at my website: www.lawbarrister.com Or YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheLawBarrister Get a free consultation from me. Call: (416) 853-7600 or (705) 267-7600

Can Spousal Support be Renegotiated After Divorce or Separation? In this video I explain the circumstances when a spouse can come back to renegotiate support payments through the courts. Watch all of my FREE videos at my website: www.lawbarrister.com ... Or YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheLawBarrister Get a free consultation from me. Call: (416) 853-7600 or (705) 267-7600

A parent takes the kid(s) and leaves the marriage: Are they legally allowed to take the children? Is it kidnaping? How can the remaining parent get the kid(s) back? How are either parent's custody rights effected? Why you need to get in front of a Judge within 24-48 hours to ensure your custody rights. ... In this video I talk about these extremely important separation and divorce issues. Watch all of my FREE videos at my website: www.lawbarrister.com Or YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheLawBarrister Get a free consultation from me. Call: (416) 853-7600 or (705) 267-7600

Lack of financial disclosure is one of several of the ways marriage settlements can be overturned by the courts. In this video I explain when and how marriage and separation agreements can be overturned. Watch all of my FREE videos at my website: www.lawbarrister.com ... Or YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheLawBarrister Get a free consultation from me. Call: (416) 853-7600 or (705) 267-7600

How your divorce or separation turns-out will significantly impact the next chapter of your life. Your family, your children, your income and your possessions are all effected -- even if you get to see the family pet again. But most people have little to no experience to draw upon when hiring a family lawyer, and not surprisingly, they dont hire well. Go to https://www.lawbarrister.com/ Dont leave it to chance. In this Free Video at www.lawbarrister.com, I talk to my great friend Lori about what to look for when hiring a family lawyer.

Who is responsible for debts in a divorce? What if your spouse racks up debt without your knowledge or after separation? How is this debt treated if you're in a common law relationship? Watch this Free video posted on my website: www.LawBarrister.com. In the video, Lori and I tackle one of the most contentious issues in divorce law: debt obligation... Enjoy saucy legal advice with a bite.

Common Law relationships dont entitle each partner to 50/50 asset split or spousal support upon separation. Learn why and how to establish a constructive trust interest in a Common Law Relationship to have a claim to assets. View this FREE video at www.LawBarrister.com. I explain how Supreme Court decisions effect Common Law asset division, how a common law partner must legally establish an interest" in assets acquired during the relationship and how the value is quant...ified. If youre in a Common Law relationship you should understand the very distinct difference between Marriage and Common Law relationships. Join Lori and me for a delicious discussion on Common Law rights, entitlements and how you and your partner are treated by the law upon separation. Watch the full Free Video at www.LawBarrister.com

When is a relationship considered common law and what circumstances shorten that timeline? What claims do common law partners have to each others property? And how to establish a cohabitation agreement that will stand up in court. In this video I explain some Common Law legal issues and solutions over a cocktail with my good friend, Custom Tailer John Farrigamo.

If a spouse leaves the house what rights do each spouse have in Ontario divorce law? If children are in the house, you might be surprised to learn how sympathetic judges can tie up that asset for years. Click to see the Free VIDEO: https://www.lawbarrister.com... In this FREE VIDEO I'll explain the way the law treats the sale of the principal residence when a spouse leaves. Who has what rights? How will the proceeds be divided? And how a clever lawyer and sympathetic Judge can tie-up the principal residence for years. https://www.lawbarrister.com

I share some tips on how to avoid hurting your kids during a custody battle on my recent trip to Toronto. Learn how to pay attention to your kids' reactions to the situation and get some fantastic wisdom on relationships from my friend MasterChef Didier. Plus a little gourmet tour of Pusateri's Fine Foods in downtown Toronto. Check out my channel to watch the full episode and make sure to subscribe so you never miss any! https://www.youtube.com/c/thelawbarrister + share this with your friends going through custody battles! #NoExcuses #ChildCustody Shout out to Leña Restaurante

Whats so great about Porter Airlines? And why do I always fly Porter for my Toronto commute? Watch to find out. In my newest episode which airs July 17th, at 9 pm Ill be talking about how to win back custody of your children. Make sure to subscribe to my channel at www.youtube.com/c/thelawbarrister so you dont miss it. And share this video if you love flying Porter! #NoExcuses #TheLawBarrister

New episode will be airing Monday, July 10th @ 9pm! I talk 'How to Win Back Child Custody' with this week's co-host, Master Chef Didier Leroy, at the beautiful Pusateri's Fine Foods at Saks Eaton Centre at Queen Street! Catch it here http://bit.ly/2mX53Wh this coming Monday!

In Episode 6, I discuss your rights when it comes to dealing with them and how to handle a false claim made against you. We also discuss judicial unpredictability; plus, our move from Bloor Street to King Street East! Were at Coffee Warehouse/Bistro & Food Market with my co-host Tammy Picard and well be getting into it! View the full episode here http://bit.ly/2sxVdNu

What do you do when the Childrens Aid Society comes knocking at your door? In this week's episode, I discuss your rights when it comes to dealing with them and how to handle a false claim made against you. We also discuss judicial unpredictability and our move from Bloor Street to King Street East! Were at Coffee Warehouse with my co-host Tammy Picard and well be getting into it! Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/thelawbarrister

Lets get real, if you know your stuff before you go into a law office youll come out with a better result. In todays video, I explain why you might want to have a lawyer do mediation rather than litigation. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you never miss an episode and if you want to see past episodes: www.youtube.com/c/thelawbarrister If you have a legal question, comment with it and you could see it answered on the next episode! #mediation #litigation

Karen and I sit down to have a discussion about the difference between separation and divorce. You wont want to miss this, especially if you have kids because Ill be giving advice about how theyre affected by this process. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you never miss an episode and if you want to see past episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTF-BH4O1Sbthx2zgelFmqQ If you have a legal question, comment with it and you could see it answered on the next episode #divorce #separation

To see the FULL episode go here: https://youtu.be/yr-8nuqndc8 and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode. I visited Coffee Warehouse/Bistro & Food Market to get a fresh juice, talk current events and get to some of your questions. Including a talk about what to do when your ex doesnt want to give back your child after a visit, if debtors prison is a real thing, and whether youre responsible for child support if you were tricked by your partner. #currentevents #stolencustody #debtorsprison #paternity

Episode #2 of #NOEXCUSES is out! I talk about why you need to consider a cohabitation agreement when you move in with a significant other even if you arent married. Click the play button to see it all! Check out the rest of the episodes on my YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTF-BH4O1Sbthx2zgelFmqQ and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode. #prenups #cohabitationagreements #legaladvice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECX9ekKCHpM

A prenup is not an easy topic to bring up if you are planning a life together. Peter's advice could help you sort that out. Tune in this Friday, April 21st at 12:00pm on the #NoExcuses, The Law Barrister show on his YouTube Channel http://bit.ly/2mX53Wh & SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss an episode! Learn more about Peter at www.lawbarrister.com #prenups #cohabitationagreements #legaladvice

The premier episode of #NOEXCUSES is now available to watch! Click the play button to watch Peter talk about drawn out divorces and what to do when youre caught in that situation. With special guest and co-host Karen Labelle. Subscribe to his channel so you never miss an episode @ http://tinyurl.com/kdhlgz6

Why do divorces take so long? Peter has plenty to say about it! Tune in this Friday, April 7th at 12:30pm on the #NoExcuses The Law Barrister YouTube Channel http://bit.ly/2mX53Wh and SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss an episode! Learn more about Peter at www.lawbarrister.com

This is NOT going to be some boring legal advice show. Get the no frills, real honest advice you expect from a lawyer like Peter Doucet, and a sneak peek into his life. Unfiltered. Subscribe to the YouTube channel so you don't miss any episodes of #NoExcuses @ http://tinyurl.com/kdhlgz6 . Show launching soon!

Peter James Doucet, Barrister & Solicitor, will be answering your legal questions and offering legal advice in a show that offers a full mix of saucy humor, jazz, gourmet, travel and moments that will make you do a double-take. Join Peter and co-host Karen Labelle & guests to learn about all things family law, employment law, litigation and more! Visit http://bit.ly/2mX53Wh to subscribe to Peter's #NoExcuses Show~... Post your questions here and Peter will answer them. Learn more about Peter at www.lawbarrister.com