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…
Separation is never easy—especially when kids are involved. Successfully navigating parenting after separation requires a clear understanding of your legal obligations and what the courts expect. At Jones Divorce & Family Law, our Calgary parenting time lawyers have access to…
Separation and divorce, while part of the same overarching legal process, are also distinct; understanding these distinctions is crucial. Jones Divorce & Family Law’s experienced Calgary lawyers are here to guide you through both, offering personalized legal solutions for property…
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…
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…
If you are in a common-law relationship in Alberta and decide to separate, you may wonder which laws apply. The first thing that you need to know is that “common-law” is a term that is no longer used in family…
It can be difficult to manage the post-separation relationship with children, especially amid the upheaval of a separation. There are three factors that impact a child’s well-being during and post-separation: the quality of parenting they receive, the quality of parent-child…
Mother’s Day would be a full day of pampering and relaxation in an ideal world. Your kids would prepare you breakfast in bed to show their appreciation for all you do for them, and you’d receive flowers and chocolates throughout…
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…
