The adoption of stepchildren in Alberta is more than a legal process—it’s a heartfelt way for a stepparent to formally embrace a child as their own. As family lawyers, we often work with stepparents who want to make this commitment,…
Step Parents and Other Guardians Have Legal Rights and Obligations Did you know that in Alberta, stepparents can be legally responsible for paying child support in the event of a separation? Often times, stepparents are considered to be in loco…