Carleton University · SOWK 3804

Law of the Family

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

Legal framework surrounding the family and family relationships in Canadian society. Topics include marriage and cohabitation, matrimonial support, custody and access, and dissolution of marriage. State interventions through law; law and change in family structures; equality issues; dispute resolution processes.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): LAWS 2201 and LAWS 2202 .

Conditions and arrangements

  • Also listed as LAWS 3804 .
  • Prerequisite(s): LAWS 2201 and LAWS 2202 .
  • Lectures three hours a week.
Reference text in its original language

Legal framework surrounding the family and family relationships in Canadian society. Topics include marriage and cohabitation, matrimonial support, custody and access, and dissolution of marriage. State interventions through law; law and change in family structures; equality issues; dispute resolution processes.

  • Prerequisite(s): LAWS 2201 and LAWS 2202 .
  • Also listed as LAWS 3804 .
  • Lectures three hours a week.

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