What if she files a court order freezing my investments?

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If my soon-to-be ex-wife files a court order freezing my investments & pension, does that mean I have no access to those funds at all? And can I unfreeze them?

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Andrew J. Kania, LL.B., LL.M.

9 years ago

If your “soon-to-be-ex-wife” obtains a Court Order freezing your investments/pension then whether you have access to any of these funds depends on the exact terms of the Court Order. A Judge could freeze everything, or in the alternative make provisions for the withdrawing of a certain amount of funds. In terms of changing a Court Order that has been obtained this is possible, on a Motion, but whether a person is successful depends upon the evidence and the decision of the Judge hearing a Motion to change the pre-existing Court Order.

If you wish to discuss any of this with me you are welcome to telephone me at 877-668-9386 for a free consultation.

(The information provided above is general, not legal advice, as circumstances vary from case to case. As well, generally speaking, the above information relates to Ontario law. Thus, if you wish legal advice that you can rely upon for your specific case, or if you are making inquiries where Ontario law may not apply, please contact Douglas Briand for a free consultation).

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