Contemplating the end of a marriage can be challenging but, often, preparation is the difference between a divorce that passes through the Alberta family law system relatively smoothly and one with considerable delays, expense, and stress. Divorce preparation can save many headaches—as well as time and money—and also help you preserve family relationships, which is… Continue Reading »
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 »
