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Family Essay What are the familial arrangements recognized by law? Why does the law respond differently to different arrangements? What changes have taken place in this area? Why have these changes taken place? At times [the law] can be a tool to solve problems, eradicate inequalities and advance the rights of the disadvantaged. At other times, the law is an anchor and a constraint upon social and ideological advances. With regards to equality and non-traditional partnerships, it seems that the law falls into this latter category. Why then, does the law distinguish between partnerships? Why must it value some relationships and reject others? In a society where we purport to value equality, why do our laws approach partnerships without regard for this critical ideal? 1 This quote by a Canadian Supreme Court Justice suggests that the recognition of various familial arrangements poses great challenges for family law and exposes its inadequacies as an instrument...

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