How can I ensure my Will is valid? There are three kinds of Wills, each with separate requirements to ensure validity: Holographic Wills are written entirely in the hand of the Testator and signed at the bottom of the Will. Though Holographic Wills were quite common in the past, they …
Calgary Arbitrators and LawyersEmpowering A Private Decision-MakerArbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). When parties use an arbitrator, they effectively hire a private judge to impose a binding agreement that resolves their dispute. Arbitration is particularly effective when parties want to keep their issues out of court but …
Child Support and Spousal SupportCaring For The Financial Needs Of ChildrenFollowing separation or divorce, parents must continue to contribute to the care of their children. Although most parents are committed to meeting their financial obligations, there is often disagreement about payment amounts and schedules. While basic child support is established …
Calgary Prenuptial Agreement LawyersEstablishing Settlement Terms Before MarriagePrenuptial agreements are becoming increasingly common in Alberta. Also known as a marriage contract, a prenup establishes how property will be divided in the event of divorce and in some cases will stipulate whether and how much support is payable. For many couples, …
Calgary Child Support LawyersCaring For The Financial Needs Of ChildrenFollowing separation or divorce, parents must continue to contribute to the care of their children. Although most parents are committed to meeting their financial obligations, there is often disagreement about payment amounts and schedules. While basic child support is established as …
Calgary Child Custody LawyersCreating A Positive Environment For ChildrenChild care arrangements are a priority for separating parents. Despite positive intentions, however, parents may disagree on the schedule and amount of contact they are each afforded with their children. Ultimately, parents must create an effective custody and parenting plan that best …
FAQs: Wills and Estates▸How can I ensure my Will is valid?There are three kinds of Wills, each with separate requirements to ensure validity. Holographic Wills are written entirely in the hand of the Testator and signed at the bottom of the Will. Though Holographic Wills were quite common in the …
A▸AccessParenting time with a child. Under the terms of the Divorce Act, a spouse exercising access rights is also entitled to information about the child’s health, welfare and education, unless a Court orders otherwise.▸Action NumberThe file number given to a legal action when the initiating documents are filed at the …
Alberta Lawyers, Family Law, Estates, ADRAreas Of PracticeServing Individuals And FamiliesThe lawyers at Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP in Calgary focus on legal issues that affect people. Our work in family law and estates is aimed primarily at achieving solutions that minimize conflict and ensure effective future planning. We provide knowledgeable …
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. In the process of navigating a divorce, the best interest of children are typically considered a high priority. Parents are inclined to expose their children to the least amount of stress …
