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Over 20 Years of Experience in Family Law and Notary Services
Domestic contracts are written agreements that set clear financial terms during a relationship and, if the relationship ends, help reduce uncertainty and conflict. In Ontario, a domestic contract is generally unenforceable unless it is in writing, signed by the parties, and witnessed.
We draft and review domestic contracts with careful attention to clarity, disclosure, and enforceability—so your agreement reflects your intentions and holds up under Ontario law.
Learn about domestic contracts and how we can help.
A domestic contract is a written agreement between spouses or partners that sets out rights and obligations related to financial matters such as property, debts, and support. To be enforceable in Ontario, the agreement must be made in writing, signed, and witnessed.
Even when properly signed, a court may set aside a domestic contract (or part of it) in specific circumstances—for example, if there was a failure to disclose significant assets or debts, if a party did not understand the nature or consequences, or on other contract-law grounds.
Domestic contracts can also include child-related clauses, but Ontario law permits courts to disregard provisions about parenting-related matters if doing so is in a child’s best interests, and to disregard child support terms if they are unreasonable compared to the child support guidelines.
Domestic contracts need clear terms and a clean paper trail. We prepare agreements with Ontario family law requirements in mind, including the formal signing rules that affect enforceability.
Agreements should be readable and usable—not vague or overly broad. We focus on language that is direct, consistent, and aligned with your goals.
A common risk area in domestic contracts is inadequate or missing financial disclosure. We guide you on what information is typically needed so the agreement is less vulnerable to challenge.
When terms are clear and expectations are documented, many issues that cause conflict later are avoided or easier to resolve.
You’ll know what happens next, what documents we need, and what decisions you will be asked to make.
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13025 Yonge Street, Unit #201E,
Richmond Hill, ON
L4E 1A4
Fax: 416-900-5168
