Who deals with divorce matters?
A divorce is a legal procedure which falls under the jurisdiction of the provincial government. A copy of a Divorce Certificate can be obtained from the court where the divorce was heard. The address and telephone numbers of the various court offices may be found on the Ministry of the Attorney General’s website. If you were divorced in Toronto, contact the Family Law Office of the Superior Court of Justice with the Ministry of the Attorney General at 416-327-5542 for further information. If you choose not to use the services of a lawyer you may purchase the necessary forms from a stationery supply store or the Publications Ontario located at 880 Bay Street. You can also order publications on-line. To help you choose a lawyer The Law Society of Upper Canada has a lawyer referral service. Legal Aid offices and Community Legal Clinics offer legal services in areas of law that affect people with low incomes. Clients who meet financial eligibility guidelines may be represented in court by
