Raising children who are resilient to life’s occasional turmoil is one of the greatest tasks of a parent. It can be a daunting task, too, especially when in today’s technological world, parents are inundated with so much information about the proper way to raise children. Family law in Alberta provides …

On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Thursday, February 21, 2019. There is no area that divorce doesn’t touch in couples’ lives. Family law in Alberta has rules regarding many facets of divorce, including the financial aspects. Although some couples may have been …

On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Tuesday, February 19, 2019. Besides the couple actually going through a divorce, no one feels the stress more than any children they may have. But, thanks to the family law process in Alberta, these parents …

By Suzanne Fleming of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Thursday, February 7, 2019. When Family law goes to litigation it can be a lengthy and drawn out process. Although it can be a relief when your matter is resolved, that relief can quickly dissipate knowing you …

On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Tuesday, February 5, 2019. The definition of family has changed over the past few decades. But whatever that means for people, Canada still has family law rules in place that govern the family dynamic. In …

On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Tuesday, January 29, 2019. The ways in which parents handle divorce impacts their children greatly. First, it is crucial to let children know — no matter what has been transpiring in the home — that …

On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Tuesday, January 15, 2019. Even those people who are ordered to pay child and/or spousal support aren’t off the hook for those payments if they declare bankruptcy. In Canada, the family law process is closing …

On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Friday, January 11, 2019. When a couple with children splits up, there may be questions from each regarding child support — who pays and how much. Family law in Alberta has succinct rules regarding how …

On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Wednesday, January 9, 2019. A part of Alberta legislation that speaks to common law couples who have split is getting an overhaul. The new bill has the stamp of approval of Alberta’s lawyers who say …

On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Monday, December 31, 2018. Most of the changes to the Divorce Act have been applauded. There are still 45 proposed changes recommended to the Act, which oversee family law rules, most of which centre around …