Spousal Support & Alimony

Spousal Support 201: Advanced Topics

Written by Russell Alexander ria@russellalexander.com / (905) 655-6335

Russell Alexander’s Family Law Now 🎙 presents a FLN Re-Screening

Spousal Support 201: Advanced Topics

A Family Law Now Re-Screening

Wednesday, June 11th at 12:00 PM ET

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In this 1-hour presentation, Ontario collaborative family lawyers discuss advanced topics in spousal support as an extension of our Spousal Support 101 presentation. Our panel includes Russell Alexander, Bill Rogers, Margie Primero-Pimentel & Daniela Di Rezze.

The panelists share their insights on the following topics:

  1. In a prenup, is it ever a bad idea to include a spousal support waiver?
  2. Entitlement threshold issue  mistakes – wrong assumptions often made by lawyers
  3. Why is it important for the parties to disclose their complete Income Tax Returns
  4. What are the main differences between compensatory and non-compensatory
  5. How long can you go back in a claim for retroactive spousal support?
  6. What are the tax-deductibility issues for retro spousal payments?
  7. SSAGs Restructuring – under with child support   Restructuring – under without child support formula  Exceptions Incomes over $350,000
  8. Duration – when will it end?
  9. What is the Rule of 20 and how does it impact the Rule of 65?

Wednesday, June 11th at 12:00 PM ET

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Registration is complimentary, and we welcome legal professionals, individuals navigating separation or divorce, and anyone interested in expanding their knowledge in the area of family law. Once registered, you will receive an email via Zoom with your login details for the event.

Confidentiality: We understand the importance of privacy in sensitive matters like these. To respect confidentiality, all attendees’ identities will remain anonymous to other audience members, ensuring a safe and secure environment for open discussions.

*Please note that all of the content provided in the presentations is intended to provide general information on separation, divorce, and family law matters, and should not be construed as legal advice.

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About the author

Russell Alexander

Russell Alexander is the Founder & Senior Partner of Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers.