Many changes were made to the Divorce Act on March 1, 2021. The new rules apply to anyone getting a divorce or considering divorce, including those whose case started before the changes came into effect. The Divorce Act applies to…
Are you recently separated from your common law partner? Are you trying to determine what your rights, obligations, and responsibilities are? Separating from a spouse is always painful – even if you parted ways on amicable terms. However, those despairing…
A will is an important document to have at any time. A properly drafted and executed Will provide peace of mind to you and ensure that your chosen personal representative will have clear instructions on how to administer your estate.…
There is no way to prepare for the emotional impact caused by breakdown of a relationship. Even when we know a marriage has run its course and divorce is the next step, it doesn’t make the process any easier to…
Family law matters have become increasing complex as the standard disclosure practices become more in-depth and issues such as mobility can make parenting matters very hostile. Previously, disclosure obligations were put more on the client to determine what they felt…
There is a lot of advice out there on how to go about the divorce process in Calgary. Perhaps you have a friend who recently went through the process and are using them as a source of information to prepare…
Mediators role during a divorce? Mediation is a form of dispute resolution wherein the parties voluntarily agree to come together with a neutral third party to resolve their disputes. The mediator assists parties by facilitating the mediation process, ensuring discussions…
Many couples going through a separation want the divorce documents finalized and a Certificate of Divorce in their hands as soon as possible in order to cut ties and move on with their lives. However, divorce lawyers know that the…
As divorce lawyers we are typically asked what the scope of our engagement will be when it comes to assisting families with their legal needs. When it comes to hiring a divorce lawyer it is important to consider all of…
