Divorce And Its Possibilities


Divorce can be painful. It can also sometimes be freeing.

Whether your divorce is contested or uncontested, we understand that it's a difficult time for you. Our aim is to get you through it safely, efficiently and in a cost-efficient manner.

If you want to file a joint application for divorce, we can help you.
If you want an uncontested divorce where there are no other issues than divorce, we can help you.
If divorce is one of many issues that need either negotiation or litigation, we can help you.

The Law Office of Carol A. Allen offers limited retainers to clients who only need our help for certain areas of their divorce. We have office locations in Meaford and Port Elgin.

Contested Divorce

Although our goal is to help you resolve your matters without going to court, conflict may require the assistance of the court to reach a final resolution:

  • Child-related matters: Custody, visitation and support are contentious topics. We listen to what you want, and work with you to find solutions or a strategy that has the best opportunity for you to meet your needs
  • Property: All assets and debts accumulated during the marriage need to be identified, valued and equalized, with some exceptions.
  • Support: Child support is determined by the Child Support Guidelines. Spousal support is a complicated issue. Courts often use the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines to give them a range of spousal support that is based upon length of the marriage, age and child care responsibilities. Whether you are dealing with child or spousal support, you need a lawyer who knows the law, is up to date on the cases and who can provide you with experienced, realistic legal advice.

When negotiation and cooperation don't work, you can count on our office for tenacious, assertive litigation to protect your interests in court. Carol Allen has extensive trial experience in Ontario's court system at the trial and appellate levels.

Contact Carol Allen

We represent clients at all levels of court in Owen Sound, Port Elgin, Collingwood, Meaford and the surrounding areas.

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