Johnson Miller Family Lawyers

06/01/2026

Every year, thousands of Canadians are affected by acquired brain injuries - making it one of the leading causes of disability in the country 🧠 A brain injury can result from a car accident, fall, stroke, or sports injury. Awareness is the first step toward better support for survivors.

05/30/2026

Today is World MS Day, a global opportunity to stand in solidarity with the nearly three million people worldwide living with multiple sclerosis. Join the conversation today to share hope and advocate for a world free of MS.

05/27/2026

When parentage is in dispute, DNA testing can play a pivotal role in resolving child support and other family law claims. But courts do not order it automatically, and judges apply careful scrutiny to whether testing serves the child's best interests.

Our latest blog explains the factors courts weigh when deciding whether to order parentage testing.

Read more via the link below.

Learn how Ontario courts assess DNA testing requests in family law and when paternity testing may be denied.

05/25/2026

We're Hiring | Family Law Legal Assistant/Clerk

At Johnson Miller Family Lawyers, we're growing — and we're looking for a detail-oriented, client-focused Legal Assistant/Clerk to join our team full-time.

In this role, you'll support counsel across all stages of a file, from intake to resolution — handling court filings, document preparation, financial statements, and client coordination in a fast-paced family law environment.

What we're looking for:
• 1+ year of family law legal assistant/clerk experience
• Familiarity with Ontario family court processes and forms
• Proficiency in DivorceMate, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong drafting skills and exceptional attention to detail

This is an on-site position based in our office. If you take pride in delivering exceptional legal support and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Submit your resume to Lauren Di Pierdomenico, Office Manager, at [email protected]

https://ow.ly/TpAm50Z3Caq

05/22/2026

On May 15, 2026, the Supreme Court of Canada issued one of the most significant family law decisions in recent memory.

In Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, the Court recognized a new legal claim available to survivors of intimate partner violence, fundamentally reshaping how civil remedies for abuse, coercion, and control can be pursued across Canada.

Our latest blog breaks down what this landmark ruling means for survivors. Read more via the link below.

https://ow.ly/ERaZ50Z2MB4

The Supreme Court of Canada recognized a new tort of intimate partner violence in 2026. Learn what this means for Ontario family disputes.

05/20/2026

In a landmark 6-3 ruling, the Supreme Court of Canada has recognized a new tort of intimate partner violence, allowing survivors to pursue civil damages for a wide range of conduct including isolation, financial control, surveillance, humiliation, sexual coercion, and intimidation, not just physical violence.

https://ow.ly/eLBQ50Z2jZ7

The SCC declined to recognize a tort that had been established by a lower court

05/15/2026

Today is International Day of Families. This year's theme — Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing — is a reminder that every child's future depends on the support systems around them. At Johnson Miller Family Lawyers, we're proud to advocate for families navigating life's most challenging moments.

05/12/2026

In Ontario, the Family Law Act's equalization scheme is the default framework for dividing property after marriage, but some spouses pursue additional claims through unjust enrichment to capture post-separation increases in property value.

Our latest blog explores how courts approach these claims and when equalization alone is considered sufficient.

https://ow.ly/bj0H50YYj8a

Ontario court confirms equalization usually resolves unjust enrichment claims between married spouses after separation.

05/10/2026

Mother's Day can look different for everyone, and we understand that. Whether today brings joy, complexity, or a mix of both, we're wishing all families a day filled with grace and peace.

05/07/2026

Courts are cautious when asked to vary a final parenting order on an interim basis, and for good reason. The bar is high, requiring a material change in circumstances and compelling evidence that the existing order jeopardizes a child's well-being.

Our latest blog explores what that threshold looks like in practice and the alternative options available to address a child's immediate needs.

https://jasonpaulhowie.com/when-will-ontario-courts-change-a-final-parenting-order/

Learn when Ontario courts allow interim changes to parenting orders and the high legal threshold required to protect a child’s best interests.