Back-to-school season is an exciting time for children—new teachers, reconnecting with friends, and fresh opportunities to learn. For co-parents, child custody transitions often bring unique challenges in parenting plans, child custody arrangements, and family schedules. Transitioning from summer to school…
In Alberta, common-law relationships—referred to as adult interdependent partnerships in the family law context—carry many of the same emotional and financial implications as traditional marriages. As with traditional marriages, when these relationships end, dividing property can become complicated. Prior to…
Navigating child support after a separation can be overwhelming. Between legal questions, financial responsibilities, and adjusting to new co-parenting arrangements, it’s understandable for parents to feel uncertain about their obligations—especially when it comes to funding a child’s post-secondary education. Questions…
Separation is never easy—especially when kids are involved. Successfully navigating parenting after separation requires a clear understanding of your legal obligations and what the courts expect. At Jones Divorce & Family Law, our Calgary parenting time lawyers have access to…
A child of the marriage is a child of two spouses or former spouses under the age of majority, 18 in Alberta. This classification relies on several factors, including: Biological or adoptive parents Child’s age Capacity to withdraw from parental…
As family lawyers in Calgary, we deal with many family disputes. Parenting and decision-making matters can often result in court appearances, especially if the decision to divorce is highly contested. When family law disputes turn ugly, another issue often becomes…
From all of us at Jones Divorce & Family Law, we would like to wish you all a happy Canada Day! As a proud Canadian firm, we are so grateful for the trust and support you, our clients, place in…
Navigating family legal matters can be emotionally and mentally draining. These situations require not just legal expertise, but also compassion and discretion. If you find yourself in the midst of a family matter—whether it’s a separation, custody disagreement, or property…
In Alberta, child support is a legal obligation governed and standardized by the Federal Child Support Guidelines, ensuring fairness and consistency in family law matters. The purpose is to recognize the child's rights beyond the breakdown of a relationship. When…
