As separation lawyers in Calgary, we understand that parties are often confused about their legal responsibilities upon the breakdown of a relationship, especially when the parties are not married but have been cohabitating. Let’s look at the primary considerations when…
Adoption of stepchildren in Alberta is a legal process in which an adult becomes the legal parent of someone who is not his or her biological child. As family law lawyers, we often see step parents wanting to adopt their…
Divorce is always a challenging and emotionally charged process, but when significant assets are involved, the stakes are even higher. High Net Worth Divorce presents unique legal and financial challenges, so it’s crucial to approach the situation carefully and seek…
Modern families come in many different configurations, and in family law, the focus is generally on the biological parents. However, there can be other parties involved in matters relating to children. For instance, step-parents may seek parenting time, grandparents may…
Technology has become omnipresent in our society. In some ways this has made our lives much easier; a separated parent can see their child at the touch of a screen, important moments can be captured and instantly shared with family…
After separation, it can be challenging to maintain cooperative co-parenting, especially when making joint decisions about your child’s health, education, and living arrangements. Even when both parents genuinely want what’s best for their child, disagreements on how to achieve that…
It's natural for parents to want their children to attend the best possible school. But what happens when they can't agree on which school is the right choice? When parents share legal custody, several important factors need to be considered…
The dust has settled, your parenting plan is in place, and you are ready to move on following your separation. However, you are now entering into an entirely new relationship with your former spouse: the co-parenting relationship. This guide is…
When it comes to remarriage after a divorce in Canada, time plays a crucial role as both a healer and a regulator. The period between your divorce and the possibility of a new marriage can be filled with various complexities…
