Spousal support refers to the money paid from one spouse to another when they divorce. This generally occurs when there is a large difference in income between the parties, but is not guaranteed. Meaning, the lower income earner is not…
If you are considering separation or divorce, there are many resources available to help you determine what should be included in your separation agreement. While some details such as child and spousal support are more prominently recognized when thinking about…
Given the regularity of modern divorces it's no surprise that divorce can have tremendously adverse effects on an employees workplace performance. With around 42% of marriages ending in divorce, it has become increasingly important for businesses to be able to…
Going through a divorce is hard. Going through a divorce with a high-conflict person is even harder. When emotions are high and communication is strained, reaching a resolution can seem like an impossible task. If you are dealing with a…
Let's face it - parenting is tough under regular circumstances, let alone when you are trying to parent during or after a divorce. There are many emotions that arise from divorce from the perspective of children, parents, and surrounding family.…
What Is The Maintenance Enforcement Program? The Maintenance Enforcement Program is a provincial authority, tasked with the enforcement and collection of child and spousal support. The program acts on behalf of Albertans who register their court order or maintenance agreement…
There are several advantages of arbitration over traditional litigation when dealing with matters of divorce. Length of time can certainly be considered one of the advantages of arbitration when working through your separation or divorce. The length of an arbitration…
Are you thinking of divorce or separation from your spouse? Have you recently separated? Feeling lost and unsure of where to turn or what you should be doing next? Your approach in dealing with your spouse during and after separation…
Prenuptial and Cohabitation Agreements We hope for the best and plan for the worst all the time. In planning for death or incapacity, people have no trouble executing Wills, Powers of Attorney and Enduring Powers of Attorney. Why not also…
