The importance of the exchange of proper financial information when determining a settlement for separating couples has been reinforced again by the Alberta Court of Appeal. In the case of Smith v. Smith, 2016 ABCA 376, the following principles were identified and emphasized: 1. “The foundation of family law rests on parties making full disclosure […]
For those of you who are considering litigation, the current wait times for hearings in Calgary are as follows: (20 minute) Justice chambers: none to minimal (1-2 days) 1 hour domestic special: 6 months ½ day domestic special: 13 months Justice Chambers (AKA Morning Chambers) is a relief valve for emergency matters, consent orders, ex-parte […]
On July 13, 2016 I will be speaking on the organization of a family law file and digital offices at the 2016 National Family Law Conference held in St. John’s, Newfoundland. My topic will assist family lawyers use technology for the benefit of their practices, and their clients. Other topics at the course include […]
Credits to the Canada Pension Plan are earned by anyone over the age of 18 who works and earns more than $3,500.00 per year. Credits are matched by your employer. Your CPP credits provide you with retirement income, and potentially disability benefits and death benefits. CPP credits are considered sharable family property under Provincial legislation. […]
The mediation of family law issues remains the most cost effective method of reaching settlement of the issues child custody and parenting, child and spousal support, and the division of family property on separation and divorce. I have been mediating these issues for separated parties for over 10 years. I offer mediation services in both […]
