Spousal Support Services

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Protect Your Rights with a Spousal Support Lawyer in Toronto

Spousal support can be one of the most financially significant — and emotionally charged — parts of separation or divorce. Whether you’re seeking support or being asked to pay it, the stakes are high. You want fairness, clarity, and strong legal representation.

At Krol & Krol, our Toronto spousal support lawyers have decades of experience guiding clients through complex support cases. We know the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines (SSAGs) inside and out, and we fight to ensure your outcome is fair, enforceable, and tailored to your circumstances.

Your financial future shouldn’t be left to chance. Let us protect it.

Why You Need a Spousal Support Lawyer

Spousal support in Ontario is not automatic. Entitlement, amount, and duration depend on many factors, including length of the relationship, income differences, child support and roles during the marriage.

Working with a spousal support lawyer ensures:

  • Clear assessment of entitlement under the law
  • Accurate calculations using the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines (SSAG)
  • Fair representation in negotiations and mediation
  • Protection against unfair claims or overpayment
  • Proper documentation and disclosure of income
  • Enforceable agreements or court orders
  • Future modifications when circumstances change

Without legal guidance, you risk paying too much, receiving too little, or entering into an unenforceable and unreasonable arrangement.

Issues We Handle in Spousal Support Cases

When you work with Krol & Krol as your spousal support lawyer in Toronto, we address every issue that matters most:

Determining Entitlement

We analyze spousal support based on factors such as financial need, compensatory claims, and contractual agreements.

Amount
& Duration

We utilize the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines to assist with determining fair amounts and timelines.

Variation
& Termination

We handle changes when income shifts, employment changes, remarriage occurs, retirement occurs or support should end.

Negotiation
& Mediation

We pursue cost-effective, amicable solutions where possible, while protecting your rights at every step.

Court
Representation

If negotiations fail, our team will advocate for you in Toronto courts with the strength of decades of family law experience.

FRO
Enforcement

We assist with enforcement through the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) when payments are not made.

Spousal support disputes can feel overwhelming. Our process keeps you informed and protected.

  1. Consultation – We review your case, explain the law, and outline your options.
  2. Financial Disclosure – We ensure both parties provide accurate and complete financial information.
  3. Negotiation or Mediation – We work to resolve disputes fairly outside of court.
  4. Court Advocacy – If needed, we represent you in Toronto family courts with full preparation and strength.
  5. Enforcement & Modification – We assist with enforcing or changing support when life circumstances shift.

What to Expect with Krol & Krol

Why Toronto Clients Choose Krol & Krol

You’re not just choosing a lawyer — you’re choosing who will fight for your financial security. Clients across Toronto trust Krol & Krol because:

  • 35+ years of family law experience in Ontario courts
  • In-depth knowledge of the law on Spousal Support and the SSAG
  • Proven results in both negotiated agreements and contested trials
  • Transparent, upfront legal fees — no surprises
  • Strong advocacy balanced with respectful, client-centered service

FAQs About Spousal Support

No. Entitlement must be established based on need, compensatory factors, or contractual agreements.

Courts and lawyers use the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines, which consider incomes, length of relationship, and family circumstances, among other factors.

Duration depends on factors like length of marriage, age of the spouses, and whether children are involved. Some cases are indefinite.

Yes. If income or life circumstances change significantly, either party can usually apply for a variation.

Payments can be enforced through the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) using wage garnishment, license suspension, or court action.

Not always. It may affect entitlement or duration, but each case depends on its unique facts.

Monthly spousal support is usually taxable to the recipient and tax-deductible for the payor.

Speak With a Spousal Support Lawyer in Toronto Today

Spousal support can determine your financial stability for years to come. Don’t leave your future unprotected.

Contact Krol & Krol today to book your consultation with an experienced spousal support lawyer in Toronto. We’ll review your case, explain your rights, and build a strategy that secures fairness and certainty.