On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Friday, April 10, 2015. When thinking of your estate planning goals, it is important to know that the law in Alberta does not automatically ensure that your children will receive your assets farther down the …
What factors are considered in Alberta spousal support decisions?
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Sunday, March 15, 2015. The factors that must be considered when determining a fair spousal support arrangement are many and varied, and the agreements mediated between former partners vary a great deal. In general, though, …
Benefits of creating a prenuptial agreement
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Sunday, March 8, 2015. Prenuptial agreements (often called marriage contracts) are increasingly popular in Alberta and throughout Canada. In general, people used to think that the decision to create a prenuptial agreement indicated that the …
Alberta woman seeks guardianship of non-biological daughter
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Saturday, February 21, 2015. Judges in Alberta make child custody and guardianship decisions based on the child’s best interests. While every case is different, it may be possible under certain circumstances for a person who …
What are the different kinds of child custody arrangements in Alberta?
The term “parenting,” as opposed to “custody” and “access,” is used in Alberta’s Family Law Act. Under the Act, the term “parenting” refers to the plan for how divorced or separated parents will make decisions regarding their child and how the parents’ time with the child is shared. The federal …
What do I need to change a spousal support order in Alberta?
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Sunday, February 8, 2015. If you, as a recipient or payor of spousal support in Alberta, want to change the amount of support you receive or pay, then the court will require you to provide …
Important to update your estate plan after divorce
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Saturday, January 24, 2015. Divorce can affect every aspect of a person’s life, including his or her estate plan. Your estate planning documents will not be automatically updated or cancelled at the end of your …
What happens to matrimonial property after a separation?
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Monday, January 19, 2015. If you’re like a lot of couples here in Calgary who are separated or going through the divorce process, you may have a considerable number of questions about what to expect …
Alberta mobility applications: Making a case for a move
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Monday, January 19, 2015. In matters of child custody, the Alberta courts generally presume that maximizing contact between the child and both parents is in the child’s best interests. Every family is different, though, and …
What is the imputation of income for support payments?
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Friday, January 16, 2015. Spousal Support Guidelines and Child Support Guidelines help Alberta residents calculate the amount of each of those kinds of payments. While basic child support is established by law, spousal support is …