Family Law
When parents separate, decisions about parenting time and decision-making responsibility can be difficult. Mida Law helps you understand your options and work toward arrangements focused on the children’s best interests.
Who this may help
Separating or separated parents who need to establish, change, or formalize parenting arrangements.
Parents often ask about the difference between parenting time and decision-making responsibility, how arrangements are decided in Ontario, and whether an existing arrangement can be changed.
How Mida Law may assist
We can explain how Ontario approaches parenting matters, help negotiate or document arrangements, and assist if changes are needed.
Common questions people bring to us
- What is the difference between parenting time and decision-making responsibility?
- How are parenting arrangements decided in Ontario?
- Can an existing arrangement be changed?
What to expect
Get in touch
Tell us briefly what is happening.
Initial consultation
An initial consultation to understand your situation.
Conflicts check
We review your situation and check for conflicts of interest.
Clear next steps
We explain your options and agree on how to proceed.
Frequently asked questions
What terms does Ontario use?
Ontario generally uses “parenting time” and “decision-making responsibility” rather than the older terms “custody” and “access”.
How are arrangements decided?
The focus is always the best interests of the child.
Can I change a parenting arrangement?
Sometimes, depending on the circumstances — we can help you understand what may apply.
Talk through your parenting arrangements
Calm, practical guidance for parents in North York, Toronto and the GTA.
No legal advice. The information on this website is general in nature and not legal advice. Contacting Mida Law does not create a lawyer-client relationship.