Disputes should be expected in families. With all the emotions at play in family relationships, marriages, divorces, deaths, and other major life events can become stressful and difficult to manage. It is how these disputes are resolved that can help define families. Fortunately, litigation is not the only resolution option for such disputes. Courtroom trials… Continue Reading »
When parents separate or divorce, child custody is usually at the top of the list of issues to resolve — and the most contentious. Few parents are prepared to cede custody and so parents must work together for the best interests of the children. This means a fair custody and visitation schedule where the children… Continue Reading »
Ideally, nobody ever has to hire a family lawyer because family life is pure bliss. Unfortunately, that’s a reality that few families enjoy. Problems, disputes, and unwanted circumstances always have a habit of arising with those closest to us — and that’s where a family lawyer can help. Whether it’s a divorce, child custody, support… Continue Reading »
Who will get the home? Do we have to split everything 50-50? What if I was the homemaker and all the assets are in my spouse’s name? These are typically the types of questions we are asked by concerned spouses in the process of divorcing their partners and unsure what they are entitled to from… Continue Reading »
When a married couple or adult interdependent partners separate or divorce in Alberta, the topic of spousal support or “alimony” invariably comes up. The transition from living together and supporting each other to living an independent and self-sufficient life can create a difficult financial burden for some people. Both federal and provincial acts protect you… Continue Reading »
