On behalf of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Thursday, June 5, 2014. The digital age has introduced fresh challenges in obtaining accurate financial disclosure between separating spouses. Take, for example, Bitcoin and other electronic currencies. These currencies can be used to pay for Internet-based services and …
Lack of interest in renovation reveals relationship stress
On behalf of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Friday, March 21, 2014. The stress associated with planning, coordinating and paying for a home renovation is frequently listed as a significant factor leading to relationship breakdown. While family discord arising from home renovation may simply be …
Katy Perry sells home she bought with Russell Brand
On behalf of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Wednesday, January 22, 2014. Katy Perry fans in Alberta may be interested to learn the fate of Perry’s former marital home. The Hollywood Hills home that Perry purchased with ex-husband Russell Brand was recently sold for $5.56 …
Kardashian-Odom marriage ends
On behalf of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Monday, December 30, 2013. In a high-profile divorce case that has grabbed the attention of residents of Alberta, Khloe Kardashian filed for divorce from Lamar Odom in Los Angeles on Dec. 13. The reason for the break-up …
The division of pension credits when a marriage ends
On behalf of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Tuesday, November 19, 2013. In Alberta and across Canada, Canada Pension Plan benefits are split equally when a couple’s marriage ends. If both parties worked during the marriage, the partner with more credits will transfer some of …
Estate Planning Tips and Traps
A sensible estate plan is crucial to ensure a smooth and uneventful transition of your assets to your beneficiaries. While estate planning need not be overly complicated, here are some items that should be thoughtfully considered in consultation with a lawyer, tax accountant or financial advisor. Tip: Perhaps this is …
Help! My Ex Is a Narcissist
Narcissist Personality Disorder is a mental condition where people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, troubled relationships and a lack of empathy. Characteristics of narcissists and symptoms can vary drastically. While most people are not formally diagnosed with Narcissist Personality …
Why do I need a Family Lawyer after separation?
Separating from a spouse or partner is no doubt one of the most difficult events someone will experience in their lives. The worries are endless and often include the well-being of children, how time with children will be structured, debt management, protection of assets, and what support will be paid …
The Prenuptial Agreement: Alleviating the Hopelessness of the Hopeless Romantic
“Never marry someone you wouldn’t want to be divorced from.” – Nora Ephron Charting your matrimonial journey should be as rational as it is aspirational. A thoughtful approach will reduce your personal and financial anxiety, and ironically, removing those stressors may also improve your marriage’s chance of success. The exercise …
Family Law Triage: Emergency Room or Operating Room?
In the medical community, “triage” is the assignment of degrees of urgency to injuries to decide the order of treatment. Lawyers and Judges conduct their own version of Family Law triage to prioritize and resolve separating couple’s issues. Within the scope of the usual Family Law issues of Parenting Time/Decision-making, …