About Us
Economic solutions to custody battles.
FCCR is aimed at giving partners or spouses who are calling it quits more information on how to settle their disputes. Our services specifically work with parents, grandparents and guardians battling over child custody.
“A lot of people don’t know what their rights are and don’t even know what custody and access means.” FCCR TEAM
While we do not offer legal counsel, we provide consultation that helps people understand their legal rights by looking at outcomes in previous court cases and by hearing members’ personal experiences.
We can refer legal representation, we have legal council affiliates at discounted FCCR rates which we can refer if needed.
FAQs
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Spouses will be considered “Separated” under the Ontario Family Law Act when they live separate and apart and there is no reasonable prospect that they will resume cohabitation. A divorce is a recognition from the Government that you are no longer married and allows ex-spouses to remarry.
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A Separation Agreement is a legally binding document that sets out the terms of your separation including: i. How you will parent your children, ii. How your property will be divided, iii. Whether you will receive or pay child and/or child support and for how long etc.
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Depending on your own unique situation and needs, the cost of mediation ranges typically between $500 and $3,000 per person. (With high conflict couples or complex financial situations the price could be higher).
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Mediation differs for each couple. On average, the mediation process takes about 2-3 months. This includes meeting time plus additional time to complete the appropriate documentation. If you come prepared to each meeting and are committed to the mediation process, the length of time could be less.
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Mediators do not provide legal advice and do not replace the knowledge and expertise of a lawyer. Mediators assist separating couples to settle issues outside the adversarial court process. It is important for each client, at the very least, to obtain Independent Legal Advice prior to signing an Agreement.
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Our process is based on your specific needs and interests. The first step is a consultation which provides you with information about the mediation process, provide you with information you need to get started, gather information about your situation, and create a customized package suited to your situation
This is followed by Individual Meetings with both parties so the mediator can establish your interests.
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We have over ten years of experience serving communities in Ajax, Scarborough, Toronto, Brampton, Mississauga, Niagara Region, Wellington County, Kitchener, Waterloo Region, and more.
Our Services
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Alternate dispute resolution or ADR means any procedure, agreed to by the parties of a dispute, in which they use the services of a neutral party to assist them in reaching agreement and avoiding litigation. Mediation and arbitration are prime examples of alternate dispute resolution.
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Mediation is a litigation-free process in which a neutral party helps people resolve their disputes.
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A Parenting Plan is a comprehensive document that outlines how you will co-parent your children after you separate.
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A Separation Agreement is a legally binding contract created between two spouses, at the time of their separation.
We offer a variety of services catered to partners or spouses who are calling it quits. Our services provide partners more information and options on how to settle their disputes and specifically work with parents, grandparents, and guardians battling over child custody.