If you are married to someone who suffers from addiction, you know firsthand how painful and difficult this disease can be on you and your children. Your family has likely experienced some extremely difficult situations as a result of your…
The Government of Canada strongly advises that children travelling with only one parent, a grandparent, friend’s parent or other member of the community, carry a consent letter from the non-travelling parents or guardians. This will ensure there are no issues…
Marriage is an exciting milestone in many people’s lives. However, before getting married, it is always a good idea to discuss a prenuptial agreement with your partner. While it’s not an easy topic to talk about, there are ways to…
For many divorcing parents, keeping the children happy is the main priority. For some children, change may not be something they are particularly excited about and the marital residence may be the only home they have ever known. Some parents…
Do You Think Jones Divorce Law Deserves To Win? At Jones Divorce Law we pride ourselves on offering exceptional service to our clients. We understand that the people who walk through our doors are experiencing one of the most devastating…
Pets can become an integral part of the family home, but what happens to family pets after a separation or divorce? In the eyes of the law, family pets are considered personal property, the same as a couch or a…
Section 7 Expenses Can Be Dealt With Through Mediation Child support is money paid from one party to the other when the parties cease living together. There are two types of support payments: base support and extra expenses. While the…
The Family Property Act will begin to impact the lives of unmarried partners starting in January 2020. If you wish to learn more about family property rights and how they work please view The new Family Property Act posted last…
Important changes are coming to family law and to the lives of unmarried, cohabitating couples beginning in January, 2020. Currently in Alberta, unmarried couples do not have legislated property rights upon a separation. The current Matrimonial Property Act, which governs…
