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The chapter begins with a <span class="noglossary">brief</span> overview of the basic elements of our legal system and how they work together. The following sections discuss the legal system in more detail, covering [[The Court System for Family Matters|the court system]], [[The Law for Family Matters|the law]], and [[You & Your Lawyer|the lawyer-client relationship]]. | The chapter begins with a <span class="noglossary">brief</span> overview of the basic elements of our legal system and how they work together. The following sections discuss the legal system in more detail, covering [[The Court System for Family Matters|the court system]], [[The Law for Family Matters|the law]], and [[You & Your Lawyer|the lawyer-client relationship]]. | ||
<span style="color:#D2691E">'''Important changes'''</span> <br /> | |||
Look for explanations under this heading to read about recent changes to family law affecting the information provided in this section. | |||
==Introduction== | ==Introduction== | ||
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Today, the legal system isn't just about judges and courts, lawyers, and the law. It also includes negotiation, collaborative processes, mediation, and arbitration. If you have a family law problem, litigation isn't your only choice. You have options. | Today, the legal system isn't just about judges and courts, lawyers, and the law. It also includes negotiation, collaborative processes, mediation, and arbitration. If you have a family law problem, litigation isn't your only choice. You have options. | ||
<span style="color:#D2691E">'''Important changes'''</span> <br /> | |||
The ''Family Law Act'' and, as a result of recent changes, the ''Divorce Act'' both encourage people to resolve their family law problems other than through court. | |||
===When litigation makes sense=== | ===When litigation makes sense=== | ||
