How do I get a divorce in Ontario?
Divorce Steps
To legally end your marriage, you must apply to the Superior Court of Justice for a divorce by:
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Filling out the divorce application;
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Submitting the divorce application to the Court;
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Paying the required court fees;
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Serving the divorce Application and,
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Setting the matter down for a Divorce Hearing.
Eligibility Criteria
If you want an Ontario court to officially end your marriage, you can apply for a divorce if you meet the eligibility criteria, including:
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You were legally married in Canada or in any other country;
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You intend to separate or have separated from your spouse, without any reasonable prospect of reconciliation; and,
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You and/or your spouse have lived in Ontario for at least the 12 months preceding your application.
Consult a divorce and family lawyer about your rights and obligations.
