Divorce: The First Steps, Processes and Procedures
If you are considering a divorce, it’s likely that the first steps seem like the most difficult. It is one thing to have the idea in your head but saying it out loud and seeking out help can be a…
If you are considering a divorce, it’s likely that the first steps seem like the most difficult. It is one thing to have the idea in your head but saying it out loud and seeking out help can be a…
Online Safety Should Be A Parenting Priority As social distancing continues to impact how we communicate with others, it is important to think about how our kids are dealing with this new reality and how they are communicating with their…
Step One, Exchange Financial Disclosure The first major step in any separation is to produce and exchange financial disclosure. As mediators, we are unable to provide accurate assistance with respect to division of property without knowing certain information about each…
What Constitutes a Child of The Marriage in Alberta? Clients going through a separation with children are typically aware that in certain circumstances child support can continue after a child turns 18. The most common scenario is when a child…
The Government of Canada strongly advises that children travelling with only one parent, a grandparent, friend’s parent or other member of the community, carry a consent letter from the non-travelling parents or guardians. This will ensure there are no issues…
Child Support - What Are Section 7 Expenses? Child support is money paid to help cover the expenses of raising children. There are two types of child support, base (Section 3) child support and extra expenses (Section 7). Section 7…
Was Divorce On Your List of New Years Resolutions? The new year is a perfect time to reassess the previous year and set new goals. January aka "Divorce Month" is widely known in the family law community as being extremely busy with…
Marriage is an exciting milestone in many people’s lives. However, before getting married, it is always a good idea to discuss a prenuptial agreement with your partner. While it’s not an easy topic to talk about, there are ways to…
Parenting Plans Help Create Happy Memories Co-parenting can be a hard process. This is especially true during the holidays when there are so many events, so much family and a lot of high expectations. We recommend thinking about the Holidays…