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. Also listed as SOWK 3804.Precludes additional credit for LAWS 3804 [1.0] (no longer offered). Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit from LAWS 2003 [1.0] (no longer offered), LAWS 2201, LAWS 2202.Lectures three hours a week.
