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Family Violence and Family Laws in Alberta

By on May 15, 2023 | Family Law, Family Violence

With recent changes made to federal legislation to address family violence in Canada, it’s a good time to review the legislation in Alberta and see what those changes may mean for families in the province and where further improvements may be made with the local legislation. Canada’s Divorce Act Some new amendments to the federal…   Continue Reading »

What If We Don’t Agree on the Amount of Child Support After Separation?

By on March 16, 2023 | Child Support, Separation

Discussing child support and custody issues after a separation can be especially challenging for parents — but they are high on the list of items that must be decided. When it comes to child support, it helps to know more about the rules in Alberta, as well as what it’s meant to cover and how…   Continue Reading »

What is the Difference Between Mediation and Collaborative Divorce?

By on January 26, 2023 | Arbitration, Collaborative Law, Family Law, Mediation

During a separation or divorce in Alberta, couples are often locked in disputes that are difficult to resolve. However, the court is not the only option in these situations. Disputing couples are often encouraged to try to resolve matters out of court using alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation or collaboration between lawyers. Mediation…   Continue Reading »

Prenuptial and Cohabitation Agreements in Alberta

By on January 15, 2023 | Cohabitation Agreement, Prenuptial Agreement

Watch for my new article on Prenuptial and Cohabitation Agreements.  It will be in the Resource section of my webpage, as well as the current article for the next little while. Let me know if I can help you with your prenuptial or cohabitation agreement, Warren

Alternative Family Dispute Resolutions in Alberta

By on December 19, 2022 | Arbitration, Collaborative Law, Family Law, Mediation

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 »

 

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