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things may not be easy right now, 

but that doesn't mean it has to be hard

The breakdown of a relationship tends to involve high emotions, especially where children are involved. 

 

On an emotional level you may be experiencing a range of feelings – betrayal, anger, sadness, fear, hurt, uncertainty, disappointment, disbelief, or regret. On a practical level you may not know what steps you should be taking or what you should be doing or saying to your partner or children.

 

Just because divorce is more common now doesn’t mean it is any easier to deal with or simpler to know what to do.

 

Every family law situation is different, so although you may have friends, family or colleagues who have been through a separation, chances are that the process and outcome in your matter will be quite different, and in fact it can be detrimental to your case to act on advice from anyone apart from a specialist in family law.

The first step to take is to get proper legal advice about how the system works and to understand your rights and obligations. 

 

With compassion and efficiency, we can help you during this difficult time by working with you to resolve your dispute.

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OUR SERVICES

collaborative divorce

mediation

marriage contracts

cohabitation agreements

separation agreements

custody and access

travel authorization forms

contested and uncontested divorce

spousal support

child support

net family property equalization

property claim of common law spouses

unbundled services/legal coaching

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TESTIMONIALS

TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials

“I can't tell you how much I appreciate the amazing legal work you did on my behalf. Thank you for your hard work to help me with my case. ”

- K.S.

Our Services

Mediation

We offer mediation services virtually or in person in french or in english.

We offer mediation services all over Ontario. 

 

Contact us for details

Meetings

We have been working remotely since before Covid.  We recognize that clients often prefer meeting with their family lawyer in the comfort of their own home when it's possible or appropriate.  We are happy to meet with clients in person if they prefer. 

Domestic Violence​

If you are in a situation requiring assistance, here is a list of resources for you. If you are in danger, call 911. 

Our Team

THE TEAM

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RACHELLE LAFORGE COLLABORATIVE LAWYER | MEDIATOR

Soldier, skydiver, traveler, entrepreneur, lawyer, mother to five children and able to drive a 10 ton truck.  Rachelle’s life story speaks of resilience, passionate commitment to whatever she takes on and a desire to experience pretty much everything the world has to offer.

 

Rachelle grew up in Thunder Bay and spent time living on Vancouver Island, in Quebec city and in England.  Her background before being called to the bar include serving in the Canadian armed forces for 10 years and co-owning and operating two computer retail stores for 7 years.

 

Rachelle is now a successful lawyer, happy wife and mother and enthusiastic consumer of adventure.  A natural extension of her commitment to her community and her deep belief in the power of a helping hand, Rachelle is a dedicated board member of Valoris for Children and Adults of Prescott-Russell and she serves as an elected Trustee of the County of Carleton Law Association.

What most clients don't know about Rachelle?

       - "I have jumped out of a plane 300 times"

JOCELYNE OUELLET  LEGAL ASSISTANT

Jocelyne has spent her life taking care of and organizing the people around her.  She has worked for several years as an administrative assistant in various environments which include French and English Ontario school boards, medical laboratories and software developers.

 

Jocelyne’s keen organizational skills and natural aptitude for helping others led her to the position of legal assistant at Things Change Legal Services.  

 

She has lived throughout Canada and the United States and has travelled across both countries several times in her RV.  When she is not at work, Jocelyne is likely working in the garden and doing renovations with her daughter or you might find her behind her loom weaving a new throw!

What most clients don't know about Jocelyne?

       - "I have moved homes 35 times!"

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Contact Us

CONTACT US

Things Change Legal Services
801 St. Jean Street, PO Box 782

Rockland, ON,  K4K 1L5

Email: info@thingschange.ca
Phone: 613-755-4056
Fax: 613-751-3442

OPENING HOURS

Mon - Thurs: 9 am - 4:30pm

Fri - Sat - Sun: Closed​​

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