On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Wednesday, February 1, 2017. Many affluent men and women derive their income from a variety of sources, and they are not always consistent. However, when it comes to settling a divorce and awarding spousal …
High-profile high asset divorce gets messy
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Wednesday, September 14, 2016. Money is often the most contentious issue in a divorce settlement. A separating couple seldom agrees on what is fair, especially when the split is far from amicable. Even when …
High asset divorce between Canadian billionaires
On behalf of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Sunday, September 8, 2013. Alberta hockey fans may wish to know that the Vancouver Courthouse may be experiencing the biggest divorce trial in British Columbia history if the soon-to-be exes do not reach a settlement by Sept. …
Mediation vs Litigation: Choosing a Path for Calgary Divorce
Divorce mediation and litigation are the two primary paths to resolving family law matters in Calgary. Mediation is a private, voluntary process where a neutral third party helps spouses reach their own agreements, while litigation is a formal court process where a judge makes binding decisions. As of January 2, …
How To Respond To Divorce Papers In Calgary
Being served with divorce papers in Calgary starts a legal process with specific deadlines, filing requirements, and procedural steps. A response may involve reviewing the claims, determining whether the divorce is contested or uncontested, and completing the documents required by the Alberta courts. Where children, support, or property are involved, …
How Fast Can You Get Divorced in Alberta?
Divorce timelines in Alberta depend on more than just how quickly paperwork moves through the courts. The type of process you use, the grounds for your divorce, whether your spouse is cooperative, and the complexity of your financial situation all affect how long your divorce proceedings take. As a result …
Money “Triggers” in Divorce: The Most Emotional Financial Issues in Family Law
The more intrinsically human affairs such as parenting schedules, decision-making for children and relocation with children are undeniably more prone to conflict in any divorce. The financial issues are far from immune. Divorcing spouses can be provoked by financial claims or positions that can arouse equally strong emotional reactions of …
Adultery and Cheating – Divorce in Alberta
Adultery and unfaithfulness continue to seem to be one of the leading causes for separations in Alberta. While it is often the cause for a separation or divorce, and emotions will often be very high, many are surprised to learn it typically will not have a significant impact on the …
10 Tips for Dealing With Divorce & Family Law Matters
The complexity of Divorce and Family Law matters can be an overwhelming challenge for any spouse. Although lawyers and judges have seen almost every version and variation of a divorce, spouses experiencing it for the first time encounter a steep learning curve. It would be oversimplified to distill such an …
Divorce for business owners: Keeping emotions and money apart
When going through a divorce, small family businesses present a significant risk and challenge. Many married couples also happen to be joint-owners of small businesses. Running a business with a spouse can prove particularly beneficial since both owners tend to trust one another more than they would other business partners. …