Talking about finances as a couple isn’t easy. And, it doesn’t just magically get better once you’re married. In fact, financial compatibility is one of the top reasons people tend to divorce. However, just because one person is a saver…
Divorce, like any major life event, often acts a catalyst for reflection and prioritization. During this period, it’s a good idea to update your legal documents to reflect your new situation. For example, any good divorce lawyer will advise you…
Child support is governed by the Federal Child Support Guidelines. Despite their name, the Guidelines are mandatory and to the court will order that child support be paid in accordance with the Guidelines. There are two types of support, base…
In Alberta, the division of property is governed by the Matrimonial Property Act or the Family Property Act - depending on the date of separation. Both the Matrimonial Property Act and the Family Property Act instructs that property be divided…
If you are considering divorce it’s more than likely you have confided in a friend or family member. Our senior divorce lawyers caution clients to take all the advice they receive with a grain of salt. Every divorce is unique…
Going through a divorce is one of life’s most challenging events. At Jones Divorce and Family Law our goal is to minimize the emotional and financial strain of your divorce and offer meaningful access to justice. We do this by…
Going through a separation / divorce is one of the most difficult and stressful events anyone can experience. A good mediator will be there to assist you in maximizing the control you have over your situation. All good divorce mediators know,…
We have all heard the term “staying together for the kids” to refer to parents who remain married until their children are grown and out of the house. What many parents don’t realize is that continuous exposure to conflict is…
If you are separated from the parent of your child/ children and you want to relocate to a new city, or even a new part of the city you currently reside in, you may face legal issues. Often, the parent…