On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Tuesday, January 19, 2016. Each day people who reside throughout Alberta decide to get married. For a variety of reasons, those relationships do not always last and couples opt to end their marriages by filing …
Divorcing without assistance of lawyer may not go as planned
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Tuesday, January 12, 2016. The thought of hiring a lawyer is scary to many in Alberta. For a variety of reasons—including the expense—residents of the province may be tempted to resolve a legal matter on …
Think about these financial matters when divorcing
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Wednesday, December 23, 2015. There is no question that going through a divorce can be one of the most stressful experiences someone will endure. While there are usually multiple matters that need to be resolved, …
Mediation a good alternative for some divorcing couples
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Divorce Mediation on Tuesday, December 22, 2015. The process of ending a marriage can be difficult for all parties involved. The emotions that may arise as matters related to the divorce are being resolved can make the process …
Does divorce influence the size of households?
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Tuesday, December 15, 2015. It likely comes as no surprise to residents of Canada that things in the county have changed a lot over the course of the last century. One of those things is …
During divorce don’t neglect your mental health
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Friday, November 27, 2015. The end of a marriage or common-law relationship brings with it many changes. In the course of finalizing the split there are many matters that need to be addressed. While financial …
Child custody situations that could benefit from legal assistance
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Friday, November 13, 2015. Child custody battles can take a lot out of those involved. Even in the best situations, there can be a high level of stress associated with establishing how much time a …
Follow these tips when mediating a Separation Agreement
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Divorce Mediation on Tuesday, November 10, 2015. The way in which a Separation Agreement is reached by couples that file in Alberta will vary depending on the people involved. When couples are committed to working together in good …
Considering divorce? Take these steps to prepare
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. For most people who decide to divorce, they have spent a period of time contemplating the issue before taking formal action. Because the process can be long and difficult it is …
Divorce and family businesses
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Friday, October 23, 2015. Marriage is certainly a major endeavor for couples to enter. Some married couples take it even further by going into business together. If that couple ever divorces and they have …