In Alberta, common-law relationships—referred to as adult interdependent partnerships in the family law context—carry many of the same emotional and financial implications as traditional marriages. As with traditional marriages, when these relationships end, dividing property can become complicated. Prior to…
The process of separating after a breakdown of the marriage can be extremely difficult to navigate as there are many issues that need to be resolved prior to obtaining a Certificate of Divorce, such as dividing assets and debts, creating…
The dissolution of a marriage is complex, but this complexity is magnified in a high-net-worth divorce, where the stakes are significantly higher due to the intricate nature of the asset portfolio involved. High net worth divorces are characterized by the…
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…
One of the scariest aspects of divorce for many people is who gets to keep the family home. We are generally very attached to our familiar space and the fond memories it holds. It’s important to note that, the Matrimonial…
