Parenting Time (Child Access)

Time with your children, and a say in how they're raised, matter more than almost anything. We protect both, working things out cooperatively where we can, and ready to fight for you if it comes to that.

Drake family lawyers help parents in London, Sarnia, Kitchener-Waterloo, Hamilton and Toronto navigate parenting time and decision-making responsibility after separation. Your children's well-being comes first, and we know how much stability matters during a time of upheaval. After a separation or divorce, parents need to work out how time with the children, and responsibility for them, will be shared.

In Ontario family law, the older terms “child custody” and “access” have been replaced with “parenting time” and “decision-making responsibility,” reflecting a more cooperative, child-centred approach. The shift is meant to keep both parents actively involved in their children’s lives and making important decisions together wherever possible.

Every family is different, and a parenting arrangement should reflect your circumstances and the best interests of your children. Our team will walk you through your rights and options under the Family Law Act and Divorce Act, and help you reach a practical, child-focused arrangement that works for your family.