When marriage becomes a source of fear, safety is everything. If you are experiencing domestic violence (including physical, emotional, psychological, or financial abuse) in Toronto, your most urgent need is to stop the harm immediately and dissolve the marriage as soon as possible.
In Canada, domestic violence is not merely a matter of personal privacy; it is a significant legal ground for swift intervention and divorce proceedings. JZW Law Firm understands that time is of the essence. We will utilize the legal “fast track” to secure the fastest possible divorce proceedings and the strongest legal protection for you.

Breaking the deadlock of "one year of separation": a "fast track" for divorce due to domestic violence.

Under Canada’s Divorce Act, divorce proceedings typically require couples to be separated for at least one year before a divorce can be granted. However, for victims of domestic violence, the law provides a legal way to bypass this waiting period.

Your reason for a "quick divorce": Physical or mental abuse.

  • Legal basis: The Divorce Law clearly stipulates that “physical and mental abuse” is one of the legal grounds for proving the breakdown of marriage.
  • JZW Law’s Actions: We will immediately file a divorce petition on your behalf, citing spousal abuse as the primary grounds for the lawsuit. Once the court accepts the evidence and is convinced of the severity of the abuse, the divorce proceedings can proceed directly without waiting for the one-year separation period.

First priority: Immediately initiate the "Safety and Protection" trilogy.

“Quick divorce” is premised on “safety first.” JZW Law Firm will initiate the following three key legal protection measures immediately upon your consultation:

1. Emergency Restraining Order

  • Objective: To immediately establish a legal boundary between you and your abuser.
  • The value of JZW Law: We will quickly draft and submit an application to the court, requesting a restraining order to prevent the abuser from approaching you, your children, your residence, or your workplace. This is the most direct and fastest legal tool to ensure personal safety.

2. Exclusive Possession Order

  • Purpose: To ensure your and your children’s right to a safe and secure home.
  • The value of JZW Law: Even if the property is registered in the name of the abuser, in an emergency situation of domestic violence, we can apply for a resident order to legally remove the abuser from the home temporarily or permanently, allowing you and your children to remain safely and worry-free in your familiar environment.

3. Urgent Motion for Parenting

  • Objective: To immediately establish temporary child custody and contact arrangements, with the child’s safety as the top priority.
  • JZW Law’s Value: We will immediately file an emergency motion with the court, providing evidence that the abuser’s behavior endangers the safety of the children, striving to obtain temporary sole custody of the children for you, and strictly limiting the abuser’s access to the abuser to supervised access.

Choose JZW Law: Fast, Professional, Empathetic.

Domestic violence divorce cases require lawyers to not only have excellent litigation skills, but also empathy and the ability to respond quickly to crises.
JZW Law’s Commitment and Advantages
Your speed and security
Crisis Management Experience
Familiar with the procedures of Toronto Family Court in handling domestic violence cases.
Knowing how to submit an emergency motion as quickly as possible.
Evidence collection and proof
We guide you in collecting valid evidence (medical records, police reports, communication records, witness testimonies, etc.) to strongly prove the facts of “abuse” and support a swift divorce application.
Communication in Chinese is seamless
We offer professional bilingual (Chinese and English) services to ensure clear and barrier-free communication between you and your lawyers during your most vulnerable and needy moments.
Integrating legal resources
Working closely with victim service organizations and psychological counseling resources,
We provide comprehensive support beyond legal matters.
Your safety cannot wait! Don’t let fear determine your future. JZW Law Firm is your strongest legal fortress in Toronto.
JZW Law Firm – Providing you with zero-delay legal protection to help you quickly start a safe and independent new life!

JZW Law Firm boasts a team of experienced lawyers fluent in both Chinese and English, providing professional legal services. We specialize in handling complex issues related to property division, corporate equity, trusts, and overseas assets. We offer initial consultations; please contact us for more information or to schedule a consultation.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. If you require legal assistance, please consult a professional lawyer.