Charline and Paul have been married for 3 years. Charline is French. Paul is from Quebec. They
Question:
Charline and Paul have been married for 3 years. Charline is French. Paul is from Quebec. They
are encountered during their studies at HEC Montral. The marriage took place in France, but the
The couple's first home was an apartment on the island of Montreal, where they have lived since their
marriage. However, since last summer, the relationship has been strained between the couple, and the decision
has just been divorced. Charline considers that the French Civil Code applies since she
is French and the marriage took place in France.
1) What sectors of law are affected by this situation? For what?
2) Does the French Civil Code apply to Qubec?
3) Which constitutional jurisdiction does the situation fall under? And under which article precisely?
Present a complete argument respecting the methodology for solving legal problems. As a reminder, you must always indicate the relevant facts and the article of
law apply, and justify your choice in conclusion, explaining the link you make
between the applicable law and the facts of the problem.
You must use the Civil Code of Qubec to find the applicable articles, particularly when the manual does not provide the article of the Code applicable to the situation.