On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Monday, September 21, 2015. The process of divorcing is often intense and can take some time to resolve. While the focus is generally on matters such as the division of property, support and when applicable, …
Should I execute a new will after separation or divorce in Alberta?
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Friday, April 10, 2015. When thinking of your estate planning goals, it is important to know that the law in Alberta does not automatically ensure that your children will receive your assets farther down the …
Presumption of a 50-50 split only a starting point when dividing complex assets at divorce
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in High Asset Divorce on Friday, March 27, 2015. If your pending divorce involves significant assets, then coming to a fair division of matrimonial property will require careful analysis. Alberta’s Matrimonial Property Act states simply enough that matrimonial property …
Benefits of creating a prenuptial agreement
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Sunday, March 8, 2015. Prenuptial agreements (often called marriage contracts) are increasingly popular in Alberta and throughout Canada. In general, people used to think that the decision to create a prenuptial agreement indicated that the …
Important to update your estate plan after divorce
On behalf of Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Family Law on Saturday, January 24, 2015. Divorce can affect every aspect of a person’s life, including his or her estate plan. Your estate planning documents will not be automatically updated or cancelled at the end of your …
Tax Friendly Preservation of Family Assets
By Gary Kirk of Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP posted in Estate Law on Friday, September 6, 2013. Our Family and Estate Law clients who approach us looking for a way to preserve assets through a Pre-nuptial Agreement – particularly those who have a high net worth – will often generate a …