Ending a relationship is an extraordinarily difficult emotional decision. Mental health experts say that the divorce or separation grieving process is similar to that arising from the loss of a loved one. Even the legal consequences of that decision are not only trying, but sometimes traumatic. Although there are ways …
Prenuptial agreements (often referred to as cohabitation agreements) are valid in Alberta and in many cases are a good idea to protect yourself in case of a future separation from your partner. Many Albertans are uncomfortable asking their partner to sign a prenuptial agreement as they are worried it will …
The end of most marriages will contemplate not just an emotional disentanglement, but a financial one as well. Most marriages coming to an end will involve corollary issues such as Property Division, Child Support and Spousal Support. Accordingly, separating couples will be expected to exchange financial information to ensure that …
ADR vs. Court The legal and judicial systems in Alberta have modernized in actively incentivizing parties to choose Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). More broadly called “mediation”, these models of dispute resolution have evolved over time, all with the same goals of minimizing conflict, keeping costs down and expediting resolution. The …
Whether your separation is amicable or adversarial, you are well served to obtain advice from an experienced family law lawyer who can help to guide you through the process. Unfortunately, the legal fees that come with retaining a lawyer can often impede the progress of one’s case. While it is …
Children will sometimes want to choose which parent to live with or express a preference for residing with one parent over the other. For a variety of reasons, the children do not get to choose which parent they live with but their preferences may be considered. Ultimately, if the parents …
Can you quit your job to reduce child support obligations? After all, child support (and spousal support) are based off of your gross income so a lower income results in lower support. Why work long hours at a stressful job when you can only work part-time or move to that …
Many people are familiar with child support. You can calculate it on the Government of Canada website and you simply pay the number that it gives you. However, what the Government of Canada website does not give you is a calculation to be used for the payment of Section 7 …
A divorce can arise in many ways. Sometimes both parties agree to separate and sometimes one party asks to separate to the surprise of the other. Whether or not both parties actually want to get a divorce, if one party is seeking a divorce, they are able to apply for …
Many people know what child support is; it is the money you are forced to pay your ex every month. However, there is a bit more to child support than that. Child support is financial support that is paid between the parents so the children can live a lifestyle commensurate …
