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.
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
Mediation
We offer mediation services virtually or in person in french or in english.
We offer mediation services all over Ontario.
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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.
Additional Resources
About me
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"
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