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atrimonial disputes are often some of the most difficult cases for lawyers to deal with involving a complex mix of strained emotions and nuanced rules that sometimes apply differently to married versus common law couples, and couples with or without children.

Robert Mysicka’s philosophy in family law is straightforward – he encourages, where possible and with appropriate guidance, spouses to resolve their issues independently or with the assistance of a family law mediator. The reasoning is that people know what’s best for them and for their children and can work out issues of custody, access and division of matrimonial assets negotiating between themselves. In most family cases, this approach is successful and legal costs are limited to putting in writing what has been agreed to.

In other cases, where there is an imbalance in negotiating power or other adverse circumstances, Robert has successfully intervened and negotiated an appropriate a fair and reasonable separation agreement that has longevity and can continue governing a relationship, including childcare, after separation.

Whatever the case may be, Robert has experience with drafting interim and final separation agreements, cohabitation and marriage contracts and other agreements for separating spouses, in all cases ensuring that each spouse has had the benefit of independent legal advice and that the children’s best interests are protected.

Many clients appreciate Robert’s down to earth approach in family cases. In the difficult situation of a matrimonial breakdown you need a lawyer whose primary objective is to create consensus and encourage resolution. In many cases, Robert refers his clients to local mediation services where a full and frank discussion of matrimonial laws with both parties is possible, obviating the adversarial nature of the family law system and helping clients work collaboratively to agree on terms of separation.

If you have a family law problem or are facing a matrimonial dispute, Robert Mysicka will make himself available to listen with empathy and to provide valuable advice.