Application (Seeking Declaration of Parentage) (ON)

Summary

This precedent is a standard application that can be used by a party to seek a declaration for parentage. This precedent includes practical guidance, drafting notes, alternate clause, and optional clauses. An Application (General) (Form 8) (ON) is one of the initial documents to commence a family law claim. The application typically includes: (1) information about the parties and the children involved; (2) whether there are any previous cases or agreements dealing with the children or the matters in the case; (3) claims by the applicant; (4) relief sought; (5) if seeking a divorce, facts supporting the claim for divorce; and (6) important facts supporting the other claims. On an application seeking declaration of parentage, the applicant is requesting that the court determine whether that party is a child's parent. The application should include: (1) details of all the parties, sometimes multiple applicants and respondents depending on the circumstances of the case (e.g., if the facts ...