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Divorce Considerations for Entrepreneurs

6 December 2024 admin-azran

In order to control expenses, the entrepreneur's spouse has volunteered in the company. This assistance also allowed the entrepreneur to devote himself entirely to his professional activity while his partner took care of domestic responsibilities, including childcare. However, the question arises: in the event of the dissolution of the couple, what will happen to the company? What legal implications does marriage or civil union have for the business structure? The Impacts of Marriage and Separation on Your Business The act of starting a business is a significant milestone, comparable to entering into a marriage or entering into a civil union.…

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Divorce Protecting assets in divorce proceedings with a simple trust

26 July 2024 BlackcatSEO

The importance of safeguarding property in the context of divorce proceedings is of paramount importance. Divorce is often a difficult and emotionally charged process that involves the division of property acquired during the marital union. It is essential to ensure the preservation of these assets in order to ensure equitable distribution and to preserve the financial balance of the parties, especially when the heritage stakes are high. Understanding the issues related to asset protection is essential to secure one's financial future and limit possible losses. Here, we will discuss the various aspects of this protection, from various angles and providing…

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Prenuptial or postnuptial agreements in Quebec and separation of property in the event of divorce

26 July 2024 BlackcatSEO

In Quebec, nearly one in two marriages ends in divorce. This striking statistic isn't just a number; It symbolizes the complexity of matrimonial ties and the need for meticulous preparation before the big day... Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements then become invaluable tools, serving to protect individual interests in a union that, ideally, is expected to last a lifetime. Let's take a closer look at the intricacies of these legal documents in Quebec: their nature, their importance and the way in which they modulate the marital dynamic. The prenuptial agreement: what is it? The prenuptial agreement is an agreement made between…

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When a separation or divorce occurs, one of the most sensitive issues that arises is that of child custody. In Quebec, family law governs these matters and provides the basis for making decisions that best protect the best interests of the child. This article explores in detail family law in Quebec, the different forms of child custody, the crucial role of the family law lawyer, as well as the specific issues related to child custody. The Basics of Family Law in Quebec Family law in Quebec is based on provincial laws that determine the rights and responsibilities of parents…

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Online contracts (E-contracts)

17 January 2019 Azran Avocats

With today's ever-increasing mobility and globalization, online contracts are now unavoidable, be they on behalf of your company or on a personal level. The usual rules of contractual formation and validity have had to be adapted to the particularities of the paperless alternatives and to an absence of geographical barriers and analog formats. The specificities of online contracts raise certain questions. For example, when making an online purchase in your car on the way to New York City, even though you may live in Montreal, you may have wondered where the contract was actually formed. To this, we would reply…

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15 January 2019 Azran Avocats

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Divorce and children

2 May 2013 Azran Avocats

Unlike their parents living in common-law relationships, children born out of wedlock are protected by the civil laws of Quebec, and in the same way as a child from a married or civilly united couple. Thus, the legislature does not discriminate against children with regard to their parents’ obligation to support them. Making the decision to divorce is not an easy decision when there are children, emotions can easily take over. What are the questions that the parents should ask themselves when they are separating and what points should they resolve prior to instituting legal proceedings before the court concerning…