Terms of Service

1Company Information and Contact Details

Family Court Toolbox is operated by Family Court Toolbox Inc., a corporation organized under the laws of Ontario, Canada.

How to Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, our practices, or your interactions with the platform, please contact us at:

2Service Description

Family Court Toolbox is a comprehensive web-based case management and decision-support platform designed to assist families, legal professionals, and shelter organizations navigating the family law system.

Platform Overview

Our platform provides 70+ integrated features spanning case management, document organization, communication, financial analysis, risk assessment, and professional coordination. Family Court Toolbox is a Single Page Application (SPA) delivered via web browser, accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.

Primary User Groups

• Parents and Families: Individuals going through separation, custody disputes, guardianship matters, and other family law proceedings
• Legal Professionals: Lawyers, paralegals, and legal advocates providing representation or guidance to family law clients
• Shelter Organizations: Domestic violence shelters, women's shelters, and victim service organizations supporting vulnerable individuals in crisis situations

What We Provide

Family Court Toolbox provides tools, templates, calculators, document management capabilities, communication features, coordination services, and decision-support features. The platform is not a substitute for legal representation, financial advice, mental health services, or professional crisis intervention.

3User Accounts and Roles

Account Types and User Roles

Family Court Toolbox supports multiple account types, each with specific capabilities:

Account Type	Description	Primary Use
Party	Individual parent or family member	Self-representation or assisting legal counsel
Lawyer	Licensed legal professional	Representing clients in family law matters
Shelter Admin	Shelter organization administrator	Managing shelter staff, coordinating services, accessing admin tools
Shelter Staff	Shelter case worker or supervisor	Coordinating client care, accessing risk assessment tools
Shelter Worker	Shelter support or intake worker	Supporting clients, accessing intake forms and basic coordination tools

Pricing and Subscription Terms

Account Type	Price	Details
Party (Self-Represented)	Free	All family law tools are free for self-represented parties and family members. No credit card required.
Lawyer / Legal Professional	$29.99/user/month	Introductory pricing. Includes a 90-day free trial with full access to all professional features. After the trial period, the subscription renews monthly unless cancelled.
Shelter / Support Organization	Free	All shelter and support organization accounts (Admin, Staff, Worker) are free. No credit card required.

• Introductory Pricing: The $29.99/user/month rate is an introductory price and may be adjusted with 30 days' written notice to subscribers.
• Cancellation: You may cancel your subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. No refunds are provided for partial billing periods.
• Free Trial: The 90-day free trial for legal professionals begins upon account creation. No payment information is required to start the trial.

Registration and Account Requirements

• Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years of age to create and maintain an account on Family Court Toolbox. Users under 18 may be granted supervised parenting time with documented parental or legal guardian consent.
• Accurate Information: You agree to provide truthful, accurate, and complete information during registration, and to maintain the accuracy of your account information at all times.
• Email Verification: All new accounts require email verification. You must have access to the email address you provide during registration.
• One Account Per Person: You may only maintain one account in your own name. Using multiple accounts, impersonating others, or creating accounts on behalf of others without authorization is prohibited.

Account Security Responsibilities

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

• Password Protection: Choose a strong password and do not share it with anyone. Do not write down or store your password in unsecured locations.
• Two-Factor Authentication: We encourage you to enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on your account. This adds an extra layer of security to protect your account from unauthorized access.
• Notification of Unauthorized Access: If you suspect that your account has been compromised or accessed without authorization, notify us immediately at support@familycourttoolbox.com.
• Your Responsibility: Family Court Toolbox is not liable for unauthorized access to your account if the breach results from your failure to safeguard your credentials or your negligence in protecting your account security.

Session Timeout and Security Policies

• Automatic Session Timeout: Inactive sessions will be terminated automatically after a period of inactivity (typically 30 minutes of no user interaction) to protect account security.
• Session Management: You may manually log out at any time. Upon logout, your session will be terminated and you will need to log in again to access your account.
• Concurrent Sessions: You may maintain multiple active sessions across different devices. However, logging in from a new device may require email verification for security purposes.

4Acceptable Use Policy

Prohibited Conduct

By using Family Court Toolbox, you agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

General Prohibitions

• Unlawful Activity: Do not use the platform to engage in any illegal activity or to violate any applicable laws or regulations.
• Harassment and Abuse: Do not use the platform's messaging features, communication tools, or any other feature to harass, threaten, abuse, defame, or harm any other user or individual.
• Hostile Content: Do not upload, post, or share content that is hostile, abusive, threatening, demeaning, sexually explicit, discriminatory, or hateful.
• Malicious Content: Do not upload files, code, or other content containing viruses, malware, spyware, ransomware, or any malicious software that could harm the platform or other users' devices.
• Impersonation: Do not impersonate any person, entity, or professional (including lawyers, judges, doctors, or other professionals) or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or organization.

Platform Integrity and Access

• No Circumventing Security: Do not attempt to circumvent, disable, or bypass any security measures, access controls, or authentication mechanisms of the platform.
• No Reverse Engineering: Do not reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or otherwise attempt to discover or derive the source code or underlying technology of Family Court Toolbox.
• No Automated Access: Do not use bots, scripts, spiders, crawlers, or any automated mechanism to access the platform or collect data without authorization.
• No Scraping: Do not scrape, screen-scrape, or extract data from the platform for any purpose, including creating competing services or databases.
• No Rate Limit Circumvention: Do not attempt to circumvent rate limits or engage in activity that overloads, disrupts, or damages the platform's infrastructure or services.

Communication Features

• Respectful Communication: All communication through the platform must be respectful, professional, and appropriate. Platform messaging is not anonymous and may be monitored for safety and compliance.
• No Spam or Unsolicited Messages: Do not send unsolicited bulk messages, spam, or commercial advertisements through the platform's messaging features.
• No Harassment via Messaging: Do not use messaging features to threaten, harass, stalk, or engage in unwanted contact with any user.

Content Upload and Sharing

• Responsibility for Content: You are solely responsible for all content you upload, post, or share through the platform. You warrant that you have the right to share this content and that it does not infringe on the rights of any third party.
• No Stolen or Fraudulent Documents: Do not upload documents that are fraudulent, falsified, stolen, or obtained illegally.
• Confidentiality: Do not upload or share the confidential information of others without their explicit consent.

Consequences of Violation

Violation of this Acceptable Use Policy may result in:

• Warning or suspension of your account
• Temporary restriction of platform features
• Permanent termination of your account
• Disclosure of your information to legal authorities if the violation involves illegal activity
• Liability for damages caused by your violations

5Feature-Specific Terms and Disclaimers

Family Court Toolbox contains numerous specialized features. The following terms apply to specific features:

5.1 AI Message Review

Family Court Toolbox may analyze user messages and communications using artificial intelligence to identify potentially hostile, threatening, inappropriate, or unsafe content.

• Purpose: AI message review is designed to protect user safety by flagging content that may violate our Acceptable Use Policy or pose a risk to other users.
• Not a Guarantee: AI review is a tool designed to assist platform moderation. It is not a guarantee that all inappropriate content will be detected or removed.
• Not a Substitute for Legal Protection: AI message review is not a substitute for restraining orders, court-issued protection orders, or legal remedies. If you are being threatened or harassed, please contact law enforcement or seek a restraining order through the courts.
• Not Legal Advice: Flagging of messages by AI does not constitute legal advice or legal interpretation.

5.2 Financial Calculators (Child Support, Legal Aid)

Family Court Toolbox provides various financial calculators for educational and planning purposes, including child support estimators and legal aid eligibility tools.

• Estimates, Not Advice: Calculators provide estimates based on general Canadian family law guidelines and tax rules. They do not constitute financial advice, legal advice, or professional accounting advice.
• Verification Required: You should verify all calculator results with qualified professionals, including:
  • Licensed family lawyers regarding support obligations
  • Certified financial planners regarding financial projections
  • Chartered accountants regarding tax implications
  • Provincial legal aid administrators regarding legal aid eligibility
• Variables and Assumptions: Calculators are based on general guidelines and standard assumptions. Your specific situation may involve variables, exceptions, or special circumstances not captured by the calculator.
• Jurisdiction and Updates: While calculators are based on Canadian guidelines, family law varies by province and is subject to regular updates. You are responsible for confirming that calculator assumptions reflect current law in your jurisdiction.
• No Liability: Family Court Toolbox is not liable for inaccurate results, decisions made based on calculator outputs, or financial consequences resulting from reliance on calculator estimates.

5.3 Family Vault and Document Notarization

The Family Vault feature allows users to store documents in the cloud. The "Digital Notarization" feature creates a cryptographic hash and notarization code for documents.

• Document Storage: Users are solely responsible for the accuracy, legality, and authenticity of documents they store in the Family Vault. Family Court Toolbox is not responsible for verifying document authenticity or ensuring documents comply with legal requirements.
• Digital Notarization Is Not Legal Notarization: The digital notarization feature creates a verifiable cryptographic code and timestamp for documents. This is NOT legal notarization and does not constitute a legally binding notarization in the eyes of courts or regulatory bodies. For documents requiring legal notarization, you must work with a licensed notary public.
• Evidentiary Value: Digital notarization codes and hashes may provide evidence that a document existed at a particular time and in its current form, but do not serve as legal authentication or verification of the document's contents.
• Data Loss and Backup: While we maintain industry-standard backups and security practices, Family Court Toolbox does not guarantee protection against data loss. Users are responsible for maintaining their own backups of critical documents.
• Access and Confidentiality: Users are responsible for controlling access to their documents and maintaining document confidentiality. Sharing documents through the platform exposes them to other users with whom you grant access.

5.4 Video Sessions

Family Court Toolbox provides a video conferencing feature for direct communication between users.

• User Responsibility: You are responsible for your conduct during video sessions, including your appearance, language, behavior, and the content you display or reference during calls.
• Recording Policies: All participants in a video session must consent to any recording of the session. Recording without consent of all participants is prohibited. Users who record video sessions are solely responsible for ensuring they have consent and comply with applicable privacy laws and provincial rules.
• Technical Tool Only: Family Court Toolbox provides the video technology and platform. We do not provide moderation, supervision, or oversight of video session conduct. You are solely responsible for managing your interactions.
• Third-Party Features: Video sessions may be powered by third-party technology providers. We are not liable for third-party service interruptions, security breaches, or technical failures.

5.5 Supervised Sessions (Parenting Time)

Family Court Toolbox facilitates the coordination of supervised parenting sessions but does not provide the actual supervision.

• Coordination vs. Supervision: The platform helps coordinate scheduled supervised parenting time and facilitates communication between users and designated supervisors. The actual supervision of parenting sessions is performed by independent professionals appointed by users or ordered by courts, not by Family Court Toolbox.
• Not Our Responsibility: Family Court Toolbox is not responsible for:
  • The quality or competency of supervision provided by third-party supervisors
  • The conduct of supervisors or their adherence to court orders
  • Safety incidents or harm occurring during supervised sessions
  • Enforcement of court-ordered supervision requirements
• Professional Qualifications: You are responsible for ensuring that any supervisor you appoint is qualified, vetted, and suitable for your situation. Family Court Toolbox does not vet or verify the qualifications of supervisors.

5.6 Parenting Coordinators

Family Court Toolbox provides a directory and coordination feature for parenting coordinators.

• Directory Service: Family Court Toolbox maintains a directory of available parenting coordinators for reference purposes. We do not endorse any particular coordinator and do not guarantee their qualifications or competency.
• Assignment and Coordination: Parenting coordinators assigned through the platform operate as independent professionals. Family Court Toolbox facilitates the assignment but does not employ, supervise, or control parenting coordinators.
• Advisory Nature of Decisions: Unless a parenting coordinator's decisions are specifically ordered by a court as binding, their recommendations and decisions are advisory only. You are not required to accept or follow a coordinator's recommendations unless formally ordered to do so by a judge.
• No Endorsement: Listing in our directory does not constitute an endorsement by Family Court Toolbox. The platform does not verify credentials, professional qualifications, or track records of listed coordinators.
• Third-Party Liability: Family Court Toolbox is not liable for the conduct, decisions, competency, or professional negligence of parenting coordinators, whether listed in our directory or assigned through the platform.

5.7 Anonymous Intake (Shelter Services)

Family Court Toolbox provides a specialized anonymous intake feature for shelter organizations serving domestic violence and crisis situations.

• Code-Based Access: Anonymous intake uses unique codes to provide secure, anonymous access without requiring email registration or identifying information. Codes are provided by shelter staff to individuals seeking services.
• Not a Crisis Service: Family Court Toolbox's anonymous intake feature is a support and documentation tool for shelter organizations, not a crisis hotline or emergency response service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency services.
• Not a Substitute for Crisis Intervention: The platform is designed to assist shelter intake and documentation processes, not to replace crisis counseling, safety planning, or professional mental health services. If you are in crisis, please contact a crisis hotline or emergency services immediately.
• Limited Functionality: Anonymous intake provides basic information collection and intake documentation. It does not provide crisis counseling, emergency shelter booking, or immediate services.

5.8 Risk Assessments (Shelter)

Family Court Toolbox provides risk assessment tools designed for use by shelter workers and trained professionals.

• Tool for Professionals: Risk assessment tools are designed to assist trained shelter workers and professionals in assessing danger and risk. They are not clinical assessments and do not replace professional clinical evaluation by mental health professionals.
• Not a Clinical Assessment: Outputs from risk assessment tools should not be interpreted as clinical diagnoses or mental health assessments. These tools are designed to support professional judgment, not replace it.
• Supporting Tool Only: Risk assessments should be used as one of several tools in professional assessment, alongside interview, professional training, and professional judgment. The platform's output is an input to decision-making, not the final determination.
• Limitations: Risk assessment tools are based on research-supported factors but cannot predict with certainty individual behavior or outcomes. Risk assessment is probabilistic, not deterministic.

5.9 Teen Features

Family Court Toolbox includes specialized features for teenagers and minors, including preference collection and teen portal access.

• Parental Setup Required: Teen features require documented parental or legal guardian setup and authorization. Parents/guardians are responsible for monitoring teen access and usage.
• Age-Appropriate Design: Teen features are designed to be age-appropriate and accessible to younger users. However, parents/guardians retain responsibility for overseeing usage.
• Extra Data Protection: Data from minors is handled with additional privacy protections in accordance with child privacy laws and best practices. However, parents/guardians retain access to their minor child's account and data.
• No Direct Contact: Family Court Toolbox staff do not contact minors directly regarding their account or preferences without parental authorization. All communication regarding minors is directed to the responsible adult.

5.10 Legal Precedents and Expert Witness Directory

Family Court Toolbox maintains a database of legal precedents, case summaries, and expert witnesses for reference purposes.

• Reference Only: Legal precedent information is provided for educational and reference purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice or legal interpretation.
• Not Current Law: While we endeavor to keep precedent information current, legal interpretation and precedent evolve constantly. You should verify any cited precedent with a lawyer and confirm it reflects current law.
• Expert Witness Directory: The expert witness directory is a listing of available experts. Inclusion in the directory does not constitute an endorsement or verification of expertise. You are responsible for vetting any expert you hire.
• No Liability: Family Court Toolbox is not liable for inaccurate legal information, outdated precedent, or the qualifications or conduct of listed experts.

5.11 Cost Sharing Calculations

Family Court Toolbox provides cost-sharing calculation tools to assist in estimating expense division between parents.

• Calculation Tool Only: Cost-sharing calculations are estimates based on information you input. They do not constitute binding agreements or financial arrangements.
• Not Binding: Calculations assist with understanding potential cost-sharing scenarios but have no legal force unless both parties agree to incorporate the results into a formal agreement.
• Variables and Context: Actual cost-sharing arrangements depend on your specific circumstances, court orders, and negotiated agreements. Calculations do not account for individual circumstances or legal factors that may apply to your situation.

5.12 Court Filing Tracker

The Court Filing Tracker is a tool to help users track document filing status and deadlines.

• Tracking Tool Only: The filing tracker is designed to help you track your own filing progress. It is not a substitute for your lawyer's case management or court information systems.
• User Responsibility: You are responsible for meeting actual court filing deadlines. Court deadlines and requirements are determined by court rules and court orders, not by the filing tracker.
• Verification Required: Always verify filing deadlines with your lawyer or directly with the court. Do not rely solely on the filing tracker for deadline information.
• Court Information Systems: Family Court Toolbox's filing tracker is maintained independently of court information systems. Court filing status and deadline information is authoritative through the court, not through this platform.

6Intellectual Property Rights

Platform Ownership

Family Court Toolbox, including all software, features, designs, functionality, content, and technology, is owned exclusively by Family Court Toolbox Inc. All intellectual property rights in the platform and its components are reserved.

Your Content Ownership

You retain ownership of all content you create, upload, post, or submit through the platform, including documents, messages, photos, and other materials ("Your Content").

License to Us

By uploading or submitting content to Family Court Toolbox, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to:

• Store and maintain Your Content on our servers
• Process Your Content to provide platform features and services
• Display Your Content to you and to other users you authorize to access it
• Create backups and copies of Your Content for security and data preservation purposes
• Analyze Your Content in aggregate form (without identifying you) to improve platform functionality and user experience

Restrictions on AI Training

We do not use Your Content to train artificial intelligence models or machine learning systems. Your documents, messages, and personal information are not used to build or train AI models, whether for our own use or for third parties.

No License to Others

Unless you explicitly share Your Content with other users through platform sharing features, no one else has the right to view, use, or access Your Content. You control sharing permissions.

Third-Party Content

Family Court Toolbox may contain links to third-party websites, services, and content. We do not own or control third-party content and are not responsible for its accuracy, legality, or appropriateness.

7Comprehensive Disclaimers

Not Legal Advice

Family Court Toolbox is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Content on the platform, including templates, guides, calculators, and information, should not be relied upon as legal advice or as a substitute for consultation with a licensed lawyer. Family law is complex, jurisdiction-specific, and highly dependent on individual circumstances.

Not a Financial Advisor

Family Court Toolbox does not provide financial advice or financial planning services. Calculators and financial information on the platform are educational tools. You should consult with qualified financial professionals, accountants, and tax advisors regarding financial decisions and consequences.

Not a Mental Health Service

Family Court Toolbox is not a mental health service, does not provide mental health treatment, and is not a substitute for therapy, counseling, or psychiatric care. If you are struggling with mental health issues, depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts, please seek help from a mental health professional or crisis service.

Not a Crisis Service

Family Court Toolbox is not a crisis hotline or emergency service. If you are in crisis or experiencing an emergency, call 911 or your local emergency services immediately. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or a local crisis service.

No Guarantee of Accuracy

While we endeavor to provide accurate information, Family Court Toolbox does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information, calculator results, precedent information, or other content on the platform. Laws change frequently, and information may not reflect the most current legal standards or court decisions.

As-Is Provision

FAMILY COURT TOOLBOX IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS-IS" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Family Court Toolbox disclaims all warranties, including:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties of accuracy, completeness, or timeliness
• Warranties of uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Warranties regarding third-party content or services

No Professional Relationship

Use of Family Court Toolbox does not create an attorney-client relationship, financial advisor relationship, therapist-client relationship, or any other professional relationship. No consultation or advice is being provided, and you should not treat information on the platform as professional advice.

Individual Circumstances

Every family law situation is unique, involving individual circumstances, specific court rules, local practice, and equitable principles that cannot be captured by general information or calculators. You should consult with professionals who understand your specific situation.

8Limitation of Liability

To the Maximum Extent Permitted by Law

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Family Court Toolbox, its owners, officers, employees, and agents are not liable for:

No Liability For Decisions

• Decisions you make based on information, tools, or features provided by the platform
• Financial consequences resulting from reliance on calculator estimates
• Legal outcomes or court decisions affected by use of platform tools or information
• Custody arrangements, support orders, or other legal determinations made by courts

No Liability For Outcomes

• The outcome of your family law proceedings, custody disputes, or legal matters
• Changes in custody arrangements, support orders, or legal status
• Financial losses resulting from legal proceedings or court orders
• Emotional distress or other harm resulting from family law disputes

No Liability For Third-Party Professionals

• The conduct, competency, or professional performance of lawyers, paralegals, or other legal professionals found through the platform
• The conduct, competency, or decisions of parenting coordinators assigned or listed through the platform
• The conduct, competency, or supervision provided by supervisors coordinated through the platform
• The qualifications or expertise of expert witnesses listed in our directory
• Any harm, breach, or professional negligence by third-party professionals

No Liability For Features and Services

• Interruptions, errors, bugs, or technical failures in platform services
• Data loss, corruption, or unauthorized access due to security breaches (except where arising from our gross negligence)
• Failure of AI features to detect inappropriate content or threats
• Third-party technology failures affecting video sessions or other integrated services
• Inaccuracy or outdatedness of legal precedent or educational information

Cap on Liability

In no event shall Family Court Toolbox's total cumulative liability to you for any and all claims arising out of or related to your use of the platform exceed the greater of (a) the amount you paid to Family Court Toolbox in the 12 months preceding the claim, or (b) $100 CAD. This cap applies to all claims in the aggregate, regardless of the number of incidents or claims.

No Consequential Damages

In no event shall Family Court Toolbox be liable for consequential, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or exemplary damages, including lost profits, lost revenue, lost data, or loss of goodwill, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

9Account Termination and Deletion

Right to Suspend or Terminate

Family Court Toolbox reserves the right to suspend or terminate your account and your access to the platform at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, if we determine that:

• You have violated these Terms of Service or our Acceptable Use Policy
• You have engaged in illegal activity
• You have threatened, harassed, or abused other users
• Your account has been inactive for an extended period (typically 2+ years)
• We reasonably believe your account poses a risk to other users or to the platform

User-Initiated Account Deletion

You may delete your account at any time by submitting a deletion request through your account settings or by contacting support@familycourttoolbox.com.

PIPEDA Compliance

Account deletion is provided in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other applicable privacy laws. Upon deletion, your personal information will be removed from active systems, subject to legal retention requirements.

Data Export Before Deletion

Before your account is deleted, you have the right to export your data, including documents, messages, notes, and other information you have stored in the platform. We recommend exporting your data before submitting a deletion request.

Shared Case Data Upon Deletion

When a user deletes their account, what happens to case information shared with other users depends on the sharing model:

• Documents You Own: Documents you uploaded and own will be deleted from the platform entirely, unless other users have downloaded or exported copies.
• Shared Cases: If your account is linked to a shared case with other users (such as a co-parent or legal team), that case information may remain accessible to other users who were granted access to it.
• Communication History: Messages and communication history may be retained for audit and compliance purposes, but your account association will be removed.
• Data Retention: Some information may be retained in backup systems or for legal compliance purposes, but will not be associated with your account.

Effect of Termination

Upon account termination or deletion:

• Your access to the platform is immediately revoked
• Any active sessions are terminated
• You cannot log in or recover your account
• Data associated with your account is deleted or de-identified (subject to legal retention obligations)

10Modifications to Terms

Right to Update

Family Court Toolbox reserves the right to update, modify, or change these Terms of Service at any time in our sole discretion. We may revise the terms as needed to reflect changes to the platform, changes in law, or changes in business practices.

Notice of Changes

When we make material changes to these Terms, we will provide notice by:

• Posting the updated Terms on the platform with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification to the address associated with your account (for significant changes)
• Displaying a prominent notice on the platform when you next log in

Your Acceptance of Changes

Your continued use of Family Court Toolbox following notification of changes to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree with any changes to the Terms, you should stop using the platform and delete your account.

Effective Date of Changes

Modified Terms become effective upon posting, unless otherwise specified. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any changes.

11Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law

These Terms of Service and your use of Family Court Toolbox are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Jurisdiction and Venue

You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario, Canada, and agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the platform shall be brought exclusively in the courts located in Ontario.

Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, the parties agree to first attempt to resolve the matter through informal negotiation and good-faith discussion.

Legal Proceedings

If informal resolution is not successful, either party may pursue legal remedies through the courts of Ontario. By using Family Court Toolbox, you agree to submit to the jurisdiction of Ontario courts and waive any objection to venue.

No Class Actions

You agree that any legal proceeding shall be brought on an individual basis and not as a class action, collective action, or representative action. You waive the right to participate in any class action against Family Court Toolbox.

12Contact Information

Questions About These Terms?

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to these Terms of Service or your use of Family Court Toolbox, please contact us:

Privacy Inquiry

For questions about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy or contact support@familycourttoolbox.com.

Account Support

For technical support, account issues, or other platform inquiries, please contact support@familycourttoolbox.com with details about your issue and account information.

Acknowledgment

By accessing or using Family Court Toolbox, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

If you do not agree with these Terms, you may not access or use the platform. Your use of Family Court Toolbox is voluntary and constitutes your acceptance of these Terms in their entirety.

Last Updated: March 17, 2026