Throughout Canada, including in Alberta, the number of marriages are said to be declining. Conversely, more and more couples choose to cohabitate. While common-law relationships are accepted under family law, some differences exist that may affect the way the law treats a breakup. When a common-law relationship ends, each person …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Tuesday, June 6, 2017. As anyone going through a separation or divorce in Alberta knows, nothing lasts forever. Even the agreements made about life after marriage, such as child and spousal support, don’t necessarily continue …
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 …
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Wednesday, May 24, 2017. Nonconfrontational divorces get a lot of attention in Alberta. By minimizing disputes, and avoiding court as much as possible, many men and women are able to find civil ways to end …
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Tuesday, May 16, 2017. All divorces can have sticking points for either or both parties involved. When the value of the marital assets is above average, property division can become a contentious issue. For …
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Friday, May 5, 2017. An unfortunate reality for many divided families is that Agreements, particularly with respect to parenting, do not always reflect the dynamic nature of parenting as children grow older. Many divorced or …
