When separated spouses in Alberta can’t agree on who will stay in the family home, it may be necessary for one spouse to apply for exclusive possession of the property. Under the Alberta Matrimonial Property Act, now known as the Family Property Act, this kind of application is filed in …
Understanding Spousal Support in Alberta and How Entitlement is Determined
Alberta’s Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines offer formulas for deciding the amount and duration of spousal support to be paid following a divorce. However, using the guidelines to calculate spousal support can lead to a variety of potential payment amounts. Even with these guidelines, the determination of spousal support can be …
Reasons for divorcing after 50
On behalf of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Friday, September 20, 2013. One group of individuals in Alberta with a high divorce rate is baby boomers who are approaching their retirement years. Whether a spouse decides they want a younger partner or whether the couple ends …