Preparing for an initial consultation with a family law lawyer in Calgary may feel overwhelming and intimidating. At Jones Divorce and Family Law, we understand that you are going through one of the most significant life events you will ever…
Bell Let’s Talk day is coming up this January 25, where Canadian organizations and people from all over the world join the cause to create an important conversation about mental health. For over thirteen years, Bell has set out to…
Separation and divorce are often used interchangeably, but they have significantly different legal definitions. A Separation is an informal process that occurs when a relationship breaks down, and the parties opt to go their separate ways but remain legally married.…
From all of us here at Jones Divorce and Family Law, we’d like to wish you a happy holiday and an abundant New Year! With the holidays fast approaching, it’s a time of excitement and anticipation. However, we understand that…
Alberta has the third-highest family violence rate in Canada, a disheartening fact that highlights the importance of raising awareness and working together to prevent family violence. November is Family Violence Prevention Month in Alberta, a local initiative that aims to…
Peters v Atchooay Considerations The Great Resignation. Quiet Quitting. I Don’t Dream of Labour. Anti-Work. It seems more and more people are taking stock of their relationship with work and considering changing employers, pursuing different careers, or altogether leaving the…
Parenting after separation is typically the single most difficult piece to resolve when it comes to separation and divorce. Many couples don’t realize the magnitude of decisions and day-to-day tasks that they will need to consider when making a parenting…
In Alberta, ‘family violence’ is used to describe “violence that happens within a family. It can include domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse and more. However, family laws in Alberta define family violence in different ways when dealing with issues…
As Calgary divorce lawyers, we know that dealing with high-conflict parties is an inevitable part of the job. Family law matters are emotionally charged as the outcome impacts your everyday life and includes matters such as children and finances. At…
