Divorce & MediationFairWay Core Service

At Fairway Divorce Solutions®, we use a proprietary, step-by-step conflict resolution, Independently Negotiated Resolution™ (INR) model that is designed to take you and your spouse through a process that brings resolution in all areas of divorce in a less expensive and time consuming way. We know that every situation is different, whether it is straightforward, complex or high conflict, so we customize our approach to address your specific needs. We believe that the Fairway is a better way to approach divorce.

Mediation

Mediation and other non-litigious ways of resolving conflict are quickly becoming the preferred method for families to resolve disputes and negotiate a settlement with concrete results. Traditionally, mediation was thought to only be successful for those who were amicable but Fairway’s proprietary, step-by-step, Independently Negotiated Resolution™ (INR) model is designed to bring resolution from simple to complex, friendly to conflicted. Our approach may include Lawyers, Accountants, Estate Planners and others who are kept on task and on target so that you and your family get the best possible outcome, preserving assets, relationships and protecting children.

Arbitration

Arbitration is a procedure in which the parties agree to refer a dispute to arbitration, and agree to be bound by the arbitration decision. A third party reviews the evidence in the case and imposes a decision this is legally binding on both sides and is enforceable in the courts. At Fairway, we prefer the Parties come to resolution without having to arbitrate but sometimes having a third qualified party make the decision (like a Judge) is the only option. The Fairway® Arbitrator will hear arguments, review evidence and render a decision. The parties agree beforehand to be bound by this decision.

Sometimes, unfortunately, you cannot get your spouse to the negotiating table. Self-representing in matrimonial issues is reasonably common. In fact, the number of people choosing to represent themselves is well above 50% in some provinces. There are several reasons for this movement, including:

Spousal support is often the most contentious and feared topic of all matrimonial negotiations. This area is complicated and the results can vary depending on negotiations and/or a Judges ruling. The outcome is likely going to be within the ranges set out by the Federal Support Guidelines. There are many ways to structure the payments including fixed, variable, lump sum, monthly, etc. an experienced negotiator will assist in resolving this matter so that both parties can move on feeling empowered and that the foundation is being laid for a secure future.

Child support is a monthly payment designed to provide financial support for the benefit of dependent children. Since it is considered the “right” of the child, any deviation from the guidelines is seldom warranted. The child support guidelines, and to some degree “Section 7’s”, are based on the payer’s income or the difference between the two parents income if there is equal residential care. If there is a dispute, it is usually in the determination of income and therefore our team of experts works with the parties to ensure accurate income numbers for purposes of calculating child support.

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Financial disputes are usually the main cause of long drawn out litigation and court battles. In divorce cases where financial assets and property have to be divided, we believe that it is crucial for the Independently Negotiated Resolution™ (INR) specialist (negotiator) to have financial expertise. Our step-by-step process ensures empowered decisions with regards to the value of all of the assets and division. Our job is not only to help you divide the pie but also to ensure that the way in which it is done will preserve your wealth, protect your assets and provide long term security.

We want your decision to stand the test of time. Given the complexity of many clients’ financial situations (business, trust accounts, options, SARS, shareholder agreements, real estate, family business, etc.) you can not afford to spend time feuding when your time can be better spent analyzing and making sound decisions.

At Fairway we are passionate about protecting children. We believe that children can thrive and remain well balanced while moving through the process of divorce. Our negotiators work closely with you and your spouse to ensure that you have a parenting plan that satisfies all members of the family. Our Fairway Parenting Plans are very comprehensive and will provide you and your spouse a road map for raising well-adjusted, confident children.

Fairway also provides Parenting Coordination Services. Our team of Parenting Coordinators provides parents involved in high-conflict disputes the consistent, ongoing direction of a single qualified professionals using a less adversarial dispute resolution process.

When parents are faced with difficult parenting decisions or are unable to agree on co-parenting decisions, a coordinator can assist you in dealing with a variety of issues:

Divorce VS Separation

There are two components to ending a marital relationship: Separation and Divorce. People often combine these two components, but they are not one in the same.

A "separation" is when a couple decides to live apart due to a relationship break down. The couple may be married, or may not be married but living together like a common-law relationship.

A "divorce" is when a court legally ends a marriage. Only legally married couples can divorce. A common-law relationship does not require a divorce.

Federal and provincial governments are all responsible for Family Law, however they govern different rules.

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Money is the source of most conflict and legal disputes. While temperatures may run high, a calm methodical approach to the resolution of the financial issues will yield the best results for all parties.

At Fairway Divorce Solutions®, our dispute resolution approach is one that addresses all the complexities of the financial picture. This step-by-step process is focused on resolution around division of assets while at the same time maximizing and protecting the assets/estate.

Our boardroom approach can include lawyers, accountants, estate planners and others who are kept on task and on target so that you and your family get the best possible outcome in this difficult time. We are here to help you lay the foundation for independent futures that preserve your wealth and protect key relationships.

Our CDFAs (Certified Divorce Financial Analysts) will work with you to identify, evaluate and propose financial division, spousal support and child support options. You will be equipped to negotiate from a place of knowledge and certainty giving you the confidence that the best outcome was achieved.

Sometimes you cannot avoid fighting. If you have to engage with lawyers in a legal battle then you can at least keep your costs and vulnerability down by being meticulously prepared and having at least some minor control in the process. With our help you can put together your entire disclosure package and prepare financial offers and settlement proposals from a place of confidence and certainty. We will be the calm in your storm.

Once you have your half of the pie, it is crucial that you have a financial plan that will allow you to manage your assets to ensure a secure future. All too often, those who are compensated primarily by commissions are eager to grab hold of your assets and deploy them in the market. While proper diversification is appropriate, you need to be equipped with a well documented and thought out financial plan so that you know exactly what risk or lack of risk you can assume when investing. You must ruthlessly protect your financial future. Our qualified financial planners will ensure you have a comprehensive plan that will set out how to make your settlement work best for you with regards to income and investments. Since we do not manage your assets and invest them in the stock market, we have no incentive to steer you in any direction that is not in your best interest. We often see too many people (especially women) who end up losing too much of the their settlement due to bad investment advice. Our goal is to prevent that as much as possible.