Most parents want what’s best for their children but during separations and divorces, this can become clouded by other matters. The courts in Alberta will always pursue what’s in the best interests of the child in matters concerning children. Gaining full custody of a child is only possible, therefore, if you can show that the… Continue Reading »
If you and your partner or spouse are going through a separation or divorce in Calgary and you have children together, you will likely hear the term “best interests of the child” frequently. It is the guiding principle for all court decisions that affect children in Alberta. What does “best interest of the child” mean,… Continue Reading »
One of the most challenging matters to address in divorce settlements is what happens to the children of the marriage. Child custody laws in Alberta provide equal rights to both parents but it is the right of the child to live in a safe and nurturing environment. If the matter goes to court, the best… Continue Reading »
If a parent is considering relocating with children after separation in Alberta, it is essential to proceed carefully and only after seeking the appropriate legal guidance—especially because the legislation has been changed in recent years. When a parent plans to move away from the other parent and takes the children with him/her, the matter can… Continue Reading »
Under the provisions of the Family Law Act in Alberta, same-sex couples have similar rights to married couples after they separate. If you have been living together in a common-law relationship for some time in Alberta and decide to separate, you have rights to parenting, support, and property division—even though the federal Divorce Law does… Continue Reading »
