Modern Divorce remains open for business.  The health of our clients, staff and colleagues is our top priority.  We have taken steps to ensure we will be able to carry out our work for you under changing circumstances.  Our services can occur via phone, email and video messaging – or in person as necessary and appropriate.  Please discuss your needs with us to create a suitable plan for your situation.

In person service protocol:

• Our building is locked to monitor access
• Waiting room area is temporarily removed
• Remain in your vehicle and text upon arrival
• We will meet you at the door and conduct a brief screening
• Masks are mandatory in all common areas
• Do not attend in person services if you have travelled outside Canada in the past 14 days, have cold or flu symptoms or feel otherwise unwell, have been identified as a close contact of someone who has tested positive or you if are awaiting results of a Covid 19 test.

Services are carried out via telephone, emails and virtual meeting platforms

Potential Benefits

• • Reduces the time and potential cost to access services as no transportation is required
  • Reduces the need for childcare (provided you can participate from a private area where children cannot hear)
  • Can reduce the negative emotions that may be triggered by physically interacting with the other party
  • Provides participant greater control over their environment
  • Services are not disrupted by travel or relocation of parties
  • Useful in cases of intimate partner violence where safety concerns are present
  • Allows for social distancing

Potential Drawbacks

• • Potential for reduced or misunderstood communication as some body language may be removed
  • Less personal nature may reduce commitment to mutually beneficial settlement
  • Distractions in the environment
  • Technology issues
  • Confidentiality & security of information may be reduced