In Alberta, the family law system favors the active involvement of both parents in raising a child—unless evidence shows that this is not in the child’s best interests. Within marriages, the father of a child is presumed to be the husband of the child’s mother. With unmarried couples, paternity needs to be established— and may… Continue Reading »
Absent any extenuating circumstances that would negatively impact the child, child custody generally involves shared decision-making responsibility in Alberta. This means that both parents have the right to make significant decisions that affect the child’s upbringing and well-being. As with all custody decisions in Alberta, the “child’s best interests” is the guiding principle. Many factors… Continue Reading »
In Alberta, ensuring fair and accurate child support arrangements is essential for protecting the well-being of children after separation or divorce. However, disputes can arise when one parent’s declared income does not align with their actual earning potential. This is where the concept of imputing income comes into play. Under Alberta’s family law framework, courts… Continue Reading »
A Calgary Family Lawyer’s Guide to Divorce Preparing for divorce in Alberta is about more than just paperwork—it’s about protecting your future, minimizing conflict, and ensuring the best outcome for you and your family. At Jennings Family Law in Calgary, we understand that the decision to end a marriage is never easy. However, taking the… 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 »
