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Login to watch this video if you have a subscription. Learn more about subscriptions.Overall, this session offers a focused and practical examination of the matrimonial home in family law, bringing together six short presentations on its distinct legal status, occupation rent, designation, sale, fraudulent conveyance, and severance of joint tenancy. It highlights the statutory framework, key areas of dispute, and the practical considerations that can arise when advising clients and managing litigation.
Daniella Markov, Simply Family Law, addresses the special status of the matrimonial home in Ontario family law, highlighting how equalization, possession, and restrictions on sale or encumbrance can depart from ordinary property rules.
Amber Keegan, Kirschbaum & Co., offers a practical discussion of occupation rent, focusing on when it may be awarded, the factors courts consider, and the importance of prompt and realistic advice to clients.
Grace Foran, Cooligan Yehia LLP, speaks to matrimonial home designation, explaining how registration can provide notice, protection, and added clarity in dealings with the property.
Paige Smith, Francis Mehr LLP, reviews sale applications involving the matrimonial home, emphasizing the strong presumption in favour of sale and the limited circumstances that may justify delay.
Giselle Alexander, RPB Family Law, examines fraudulent conveyance issues affecting the matrimonial home, with attention to creditor claims, interspousal transfers, and the limits of statutory protection.
Jessica Bazor, LMS Lawyers, outlines the severing of joint tenancy of the matrimonial home, including why parties may do so and the main legal pathways for severance.
Giselle is a first-year associate at RPB Family Law, where she was first hired as a 2L summer student in 2023. Giselle obtained her juris doctor from the University of Ottawa. While in law school she volunteered in the Housing division of a community legal clinic. Giselle also competed in the Walsh Family Law moot, where her team finished in second place. Prior to law school, Giselle obtained a Bachelor of Commerce from the Lang School of Business.
Grace Foran is an associate whose practice focuses on family law matters. Grace’s experience includes cases with high-conflict parenting disputes, support claims, and property issues. Grace received her J.D. from the University of Ottawa. She competed in the Walsh Family Law Negotiation Competition during law school, winning best individual student. Grace also received the Family Law Institute Prize for achieving the highest standing in Advanced Family Law. Before joining Cooligan Yehia LLP, Grace articled with a boutique family law firm in Ottawa. She previously summered with a small firm in litigation.
Amber Keegan graduated Cum Laude from the Common Law Juris Doctor program at the University of Ottawa in 2024. She was called to the bar in 2025 and has practiced exclusively in family law. She enjoys advocating for her clients through litigation. Prior to law school, Amber obtained an Honours Bachelors of Arts in Sociology and Legal Studies (2017) and a Masters of Arts in Political Science (2019) before working in policy in the Northwest Territories for two years. Outside of work, Amber enjoys traveling, baking and spending time outdoors with her two huskies.
Daniella Markov is an associate whose practice focuses on family law. She assists clients in parenting disputes, child and spousal support, the division of property, and has experience with both negotiated resolutions and court proceedings. Daniella received her J.D. from the University of Ottawa, graduating summa cum laude. She was awarded best individual student in the Walsh Family Law Negotiation Competition and received the University of Ottawa Plaque for Excellence for achieving the highest standing in her class. She was drawn to family law because of its direct impact on people’s lives and is committed to helping clients find practical, forward-looking solutions. Outside of law, Daniella enjoys working out, Muay Thai, and is always happy to chat over a good cup of Americano.
Paige Smith is an associate at Francis Lawyers and was called to the bar in June 2024. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Legal Studies from the University of Waterloo and a Juris Doctor from the University of Ottawa’s English Common Law program. She completed her articles at Francis Lawyers, where she gained significant experience in high-conflict matters involving property division and parenting issues. Paige is dedicated to helping clients navigate separation in a cost-effective and compassionate manner.
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