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…
Creating A Parenting Plan That Works! Part of a comprehensive parenting plan involves determining how certain parenting decisions will be made. The options are joint decision making, one party having certain decision-making power either overall or only in the event…
Determining parenting time is an extremely emotional and difficult decision. The level of difficulty increases with the level of conflict between you and your ex partner. Shared parenting is often seen as being inappropriate for parents with substantial conflict. This…
Tips For Being A Successful Co-Parent It can be very difficult to transition into a co-parenting role after a separation. The best way to navigate this new territory is to create a plan and stick to it. In terms of…
Take Control of Your Financial Future Guest Blog By Jackie Edwards. Jackie specializes in unemployment services and contributes regularly to online forums in her industry. Life can undergo a dramatic change after a divorce. With nearly half of all marriages…
Unmarried Couples Face Legal Challenges If you are in a common law relationship, it’s important to know your rights, especially if you cohabitate. In Alberta, unmarried couples face unique legal challenges enforced by the Adult Interdependent Relationship Act. If you…
A Parenting coordinator is a mental health professional or a lawyer with specialized training in mediation and child development. Parenting coordinators play a big role in resolving the day-to-day conflicts of divorced parents. They assist as needed and help parties…
If you are the partner of a jealous person you know how hard it can be to cope with their outbursts while trying to manage your own emotions in a healthy way. It’s important to understand that your partner’s behaviour…
The prominent access and ease of technology has greatly influenced the legal domain with respect to evidence in family law cases. For example, posts on social media may be used to support child support claims or authenticate financial disclosure. Currently,…
