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Real Estate Considerations in Family Law

Professional Legal Guidance for Real Estate Matters in Family Law

Real estate often becomes a central issue during separation or divorce, requiring careful legal planning to protect your interests. Whether you’re dividing property, selling a matrimonial home, or addressing title changes, having the right legal partner ensures a smooth process and compliance with Ontario family and real estate laws.

At Kormans LLP, we provide tailored legal services to address the complexities of real estate in family law. From spousal buyouts to severing joint tenancies, our experienced lawyers guide you through every step. Trust Kormans LLP to deliver practical solutions that safeguard your assets and support your family law goals.

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Comprehensive Real Estate Considerations in Family Law Services

Kormans LLP offers a full range of legal services to support real estate matters in family law

Division of Real Estate Property During Separation or Divorce
Ensure fair and equitable division of real estate assets during separation.

Selling a Matrimonial Home
Navigate the sale of a matrimonial home with legal guidance to protect your interests.

Spousal Buyouts
Facilitate spousal buyouts to transfer property ownership smoothly and efficiently.

Adding or Removing a Spouse on Title
Address title changes to reflect new ownership arrangements.

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Adding or Removing a Spouse on Title
Address title changes to reflect new ownership arrangements.

Joint Tenancy vs. Tenants-in-Common
Understand and manage the implications of joint tenancy and tenants-in-common arrangements.

Registering a Spousal Interest on Title
Protect your interest in a property by registering a spousal interest on title.

Severance of Joint Tenancy
Legally sever joint tenancy to establish individual ownership rights.

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All prices are based on standard transactions and exclude HST and disbursements.

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Disbursements are third-party costs that your lawyer pays on your behalf during a real estate or mortgage transaction. These may include:

  • Title Search Costs: Verifying property ownership and liens.
  • Registration Costs: Recording ownership with the government.
  • Execution Search Fees: Checking for legal claims or judgments.
  • Transaction Levy Surcharge: Regulatory fees from bodies like the law society.
  • Title Insurance: Protecting against title issues.
  • Software Transaction Fee: Costs for document preparation tools.
  • Other Disbursements: Banking charges, ID verification, and file storage.

Your lawyer will include these in your final bill for transparency.
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Disbursements are third-party costs that your lawyer pays on your behalf during a real estate or mortgage transaction. These may include:

  • Title Search Costs: Verifying property ownership and liens.
  • Registration Costs: Recording ownership with the government.
  • Execution Search Fees: Checking for legal claims or judgments.
  • Transaction Levy Surcharge: Regulatory fees from bodies like the law society.
  • Title Insurance: Protecting against title issues.
  • Software Transaction Fee: Costs for document preparation tools.
  • Other Disbursements: Banking charges, ID verification, and file storage.

Your lawyer will include these in your final bill for transparency.
Mortgage Refinance
from $849
Change of Ownership
from $549
Close on a Purchase
from $1,179
Close on a Sale
from $1,079
Independent Legal Advice
from $595
Builder Occupancy Closing
from $549
Review APS
from $379
Draft APS
from $1,199
All prices are based on standard transactions and exclude HST and disbursements.
Looking for help finding the right service?
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Disbursements are third-party costs that your lawyer pays on your behalf during a real estate or mortgage transaction. These may include:

  • Title Search Costs: Verifying property ownership and liens.
  • Registration Costs: Recording ownership with the government.
  • Execution Search Fees: Checking for legal claims or judgments.
  • Transaction Levy Surcharge: Regulatory fees from bodies like the law society.
  • Title Insurance: Protecting against title issues.
  • Software Transaction Fee: Costs for document preparation tools.
  • Other Disbursements: Banking charges, ID verification, and file storage.

Your lawyer will include these in your final bill for transparency.
Looking for help finding the right service?
Contact Us
Disbursements are third-party costs that your lawyer pays on your behalf during a real estate or mortgage transaction. These may include:

  • Title Search Costs: Verifying property ownership and liens.
  • Registration Costs: Recording ownership with the government.
  • Execution Search Fees: Checking for legal claims or judgments.
  • Transaction Levy Surcharge: Regulatory fees from bodies like the law society.
  • Title Insurance: Protecting against title issues.
  • Software Transaction Fee: Costs for document preparation tools.
  • Other Disbursements: Banking charges, ID verification, and file storage.

Your lawyer will include these in your final bill for transparency.
Looking for help finding the right service?
Contact Us

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Close your transaction in four easy steps

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Tailored Legal Advice
We provide customized solutions to meet your unique family law and real estate needs.
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Comprehensive Support
From property division to title changes, we handle every aspect of real estate in family law.
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Proven Competence
Our lawyers have extensive experience in family and real estate law, ensuring your success.
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With a proven track record in residential real estate, our lawyers are known for their attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
We work closely with clients and partners alike to deliver results that exceed expectations.

What our clients say

Elan Weintraub

Jonathan and the team at Kormans have helped my clients with countless transactions. They consistently deliver great advice and outstanding service and I always recommend them as my go to law firm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is real estate property divided during a divorce?
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Real estate division depends on the circumstances of the marriage and the property. We help ensure an equitable division that complies with Ontario family law.

What is a spousal buyout?
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A spousal buyout occurs when one spouse buys the other’s share of a jointly owned property, typically during separation or divorce. We facilitate the legal and financial aspects of the transaction.

How does joint tenancy differ from tenants-in-common?
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Joint tenancy involves equal ownership with survivorship rights, while tenants-in-common allows for unequal shares and no survivorship rights. We help you choose the right arrangement for your situation.

What does registering a spousal interest on title mean?
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Registering a spousal interest on title protects a spouse’s claim to a property, ensuring it cannot be sold or refinanced without their consent.

Why is severing joint tenancy necessary?
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Severing joint tenancy is often necessary during separation to divide ownership and avoid automatic survivorship rights. We guide you through the legal process to protect your interests.

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