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My Divorce Judgment talks about the Maintenance Enforcement Program-MEP – we don’t want to use MEP, why is it there?

Court Orders or Divorce Judgments that deal with support payments must include a MEP clause; the Court will not grant your divorce without the MEP clause. Just because there is a MEP clause in the Divorce Judgment, it does not mean you are required to register with MEP. The payee or payor has the option […]

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Happy holidays from GOOD LAW LLP

As 2022 draws to a close, our team at GOOD LAW LLP would like to wish you, your family, and your friends health and happiness during the holiday season and in the year ahead. We also want to share with you that we are proud to announce that we have welcomed a new lawyer to […]

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What is a Real Property Report (RPR) and why do I need one?

A Real Property Report, drawn by a qualified surveyor, shows the location of all buildings and improvements on your property. You need this to get a letter or stamp of compliance from the City. And you will need to provide both of these things to the buyer if you are planning on selling your property, […]

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How do lawyers close real estate transactions in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic?

We can meet with clients in person or by teleconference or videoconference, depending on the client’s circumstances. As long as the client is not quarantining or especially vulnerable to the virus, we prefer to meet at our office, in person. Proper physical distance is maintained and hands, pens, and surfaces are sanitized before and after […]

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How does independent legal advice (“ILA”) work and what does it cost?

ILA is more than a lawyer witnessing your signature; it is necessary to meet the legal requirements for a valid agreement when couples are separating, divorcing, or starting out. Your lawyer will review your agreement and your situation, ask about the negotiation, and review the financial information exchanged. Your lawyer will talk to you about […]

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