On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Collaborative Law on Friday, September 15, 2017. Couples who plan for retirement together don’t usually think about the possibility of divorce. Sometimes, however, life throws a curve ball, and couples do separate. Collaborative law in Alberta paves the …
Parenting plan checklist essential in Alberta divorce mediation
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Divorce Mediation on Tuesday, July 18, 2017. There is no getting around it. Divorce is hard — hard on the couple, and hard on any children they have. So, it’s especially important during divorce mediation for divorcing or …
Divorce mediation, collaboration or litigation – What’s the difference
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Divorce Mediation on Tuesday, July 4, 2017. Regardless of the circumstances surrounding an Alberta couple’s divorce, and how amicable is, it will always be a stressful and emotional process. This applies in particular if they do it through …
Collaborative law — is it the right choice for your divorce?
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Collaborative Law on Friday, June 23, 2017. Although the reasons for Alberta couples to file for divorce may seem mostly similar, the dynamics of each are unique. For that reason, the special skills of lawyers such as the …
Divorce mediation today might keep the doctor away
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Divorce Mediation on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. No one enjoys negativity in their lives, but unfortunately, a divorce can be fraught with negative emotions and unpleasant interactions. However, there are ways to reduce the level of conflict in …
Post-separation mediation = happier children post-divorce
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Divorce Mediation on Tuesday, June 13, 2017. The pictures show one smiling couple after another, laughing and mugging for the camera. Are they gleeful newlyweds? Amazingly, they are all recently divorced. The ‘divorce selfie’ is a recent phenomenon …
Using divorce mediation could protect children’s health
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Divorce Mediation on Wednesday, May 31, 2017. Divorce or separation takes an emotional toll on everyone involved, including the splitting couple and their children. A recent study indicates that an especially contentious divorce may also have a negative …
Divorce mediation/arbitration gains in popularity
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Divorce Mediation on Wednesday, May 3, 2017. Men and women in Alberta and across Canada are choosing non-confrontational solutions to their divorce and family law issues now more than ever. Divorce mediation and/or arbitration is now one of …
Children may benefit emotionally from divorce mediation
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Divorce Mediation on Tuesday, March 7, 2017. Some marriages begin like a star; it starts with a spark, it catches fire and then it shines brightly. Unfortunately, many Alberta marriages end as stars do, either cooling off and …
Finances and divorce: Collaborative law may be the sound choice
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Collaborative Law on Friday, October 28, 2016. There may be no greater source of concern for the average person than money. Day-to-day living expenses consume much of our resources, and a recent study conducted in Alberta suggests that …