CML 2305 Introduction to Family Law

3 units
Common Law
Faculty of Law - Common Law
This course explores the fundamental relation between law and the family, focusing on three contexts: the creation of the family unit, the regulation of the on-going family, and problems at family breakdown. The course provides an overview of such areas as marriage, divorce, custody and access, child support, spousal support and division of family property.

Components:

Lecture

Requirements:

Previously CML2205.

Previously Offered Terms:

Fall
Winter

French Equivalent:

Organized

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Learned a Lot

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Fair Assessments

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