How To Attract Success in 2018 It’s the season of resolutions and making choices to better ourselves for the year ahead. To help get you in the spirit we asked all the lawyers in our office for their top tip…
When a couple decides to get married, they also decide to take on each other’s financial burdens - especially if they have not signed a Prenuptial Agreement. With average student debt in Alberta reaching $30,000, this shared financial burden also…
In the simplest of terms, divorce arbitration is one type of dispute resolution wherein each party tells their side of the dispute. An impartial, third-party arbitrator then determines a legally-binding decision. It’s important to note that arbitration is only available…
Deciding on a holiday parenting plan can be extremely difficult. It’s important to put your children first and try your best to put your own needs aside. The reason holidays can be so difficult to navigate is that there is…
Here's What NOT To Do During A Divorce If you are going through a separation or divorce it's likely you want to protect your children from conflict and make the transition as smooth as possible. Our mediators are well versed…
If you have recently gone through a separation or divorce, the thought of spending the holiday season alone can be extremely stressful. The emotional and financial anxiety of the breakdown of a marriage is enough to take a toll on…
Options For Paying Spousal Support If you are considering divorce, it’s likely that you will need to come to an agreement on issues regarding spousal support. Spousal support is money that is paid to one spouse to another as a…
The basis for a distribution of property during a common law relationship can be a resulting trust, unjust enrichment, quantum meruit or, most commonly, constructive trust. It is important to note that a claim for remedies must be commenced within…
Guest Blog written by Michael Lawson. Michael Lawson is a specialist bankruptcy attorney who has helped many clients move past their bankruptcy. He currently writes for blclawcenter.com. In his spare time, he likes to enjoy some downtime traveling with his…