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A Primer on Retroactive Support and Support Arrears explains the difference between retroactive support and arrears, the typical factors courts weigh, and how disclosure, notice, and party conduct affect outcomes. It covers enforcement options and offers practice tips on early disclosure, precise pleadings, and realistic payment structures.
Whitney grew up in the Ottawa Valley. She obtained her undergraduate degree at Queen’s University in 2012, and her law degree at Lakehead University as a member of the inaugural law class in 2016. Whitney was admitted to the Ontario Bar in 2016. She is a partner at Andrews Donnelly LLP and practices exclusively family law in Kingston, Ontario. She serves as the Vice President for the Frontenac Law Association. When she’s not assisting clients, Whitney enjoys practicing yoga, spending time on the pickleball or tennis courts, traveling, and walking her dog, Houston.
Christina Rorabeck was called to the Bar in 2005. She has practiced exclusively Family Law for the duration of her career. This includes roles as counsel, an agent for the Office of the Children’s Lawyer, a Dispute Resolution Officer and Duty Counsel .Presently, she is the Senior Partner at the all female firm RST Law. In her spare time, she is the President of the Frontenac Law Association, a Girl Guide Leader and Vice President of the Transplant Advocates Group