Parental Alienation is a complex and deeply painful dynamic that can profoundly affect families. This issue can be challenging to address emotionally and, in some cases, legally. With this particular backdrop, Alberta Family Courts are confronted with the unique challenge of evaluating and finding solutions on matters such as Parenting …
December is typically the busiest (and most stressful) time at the Court. Even if you do not celebrate Christmas, children still have time off from school and it is common for families to depart from their regular parenting schedule. If you do not have a formal parenting plan in place …
Navigating a separation from a spouse or a partner is often stressful, painful and confusing. There is often no end to the worries, including financial stress, concerns for children, and the desire to end the conflict without a war. An important conclusion reached by many family law professionals, including lawyers, …
As Courts continue to be over overburdened with very high demand and limited available court time, the Court has introduced forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution to provide parties with avenues to reach resolution outside of the standard court procedures, thereby freeing up court resources for those matters that cannot be …
Parenting coordination is a process which assists divorced or separated parents to co-parent on an ongoing basis, regardless of whether they have primary or shared parenting. Parenting coordination typically commences after parents have received a Parenting Order or have completed a Separation Agreement. Parents must mutually agree to the parenting …
There are alternatives to court if you and your ex are unable to reach an agreement after separation, which are broadly called Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). While it is typically cheaper for the parties to reach an agreement through negotiations, that is not always possible in which case these options …
ADR vs. Court The legal and judicial systems in Alberta have modernized in actively incentivizing parties to choose Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). More broadly called “mediation”, these models of dispute resolution have evolved over time, all with the same goals of minimizing conflict, keeping costs down and expediting resolution. The …
One of the biggest concerns people have when ending a marriage is the financial toll it can take. Short-term expenses, such as moving and legal fees, are exacerbated by the longer-term challenges of running a single household. However, there are ways to manage costs. Divorce mediation, communicating clearly and doing the proper preparation …
Many people are aware of common divorce issues like child custody, spousal support and the fate of the family home. But, for the many married couples who own and operate a business together in Alberta, the fate of the family business can be one of the hardest things to tackle in divorce mediation. There …
What Is Mediation? What Are The Benefits Of Mediation? Can I Bring My Lawyer To Mediation? When Should I Choose Non-Lawyer Assisted Mediation? When Should I Choose Lawyer Assisted Mediation? Can I Force My Spouse To Attend Mediation? If My Spouse And I Agree To Mediation, What Do We Do …
