Adult Interdependent Partners: What Rights Do Partners Have?
If you are in a situation that might qualify as an adult interdependent relationship in Alberta it is best to know what your rights are.
If you are in a situation that might qualify as an adult interdependent relationship in Alberta it is best to know what your rights are.
A lawyer specializing in family law can provide help in obtaining the best results when dividing property in Alberta after separation.
Family violence is taken seriously in Alberta. If you or your children are in danger, obtaining an Emergency Protection Order is crucial.
When a relationship breaks down and the parties have children together, child support will be payable by one of the parents to the…
The laws surrounding retroactive child support in Canada are widely misunderstood — both by payors and recipients of support. If you’re wondering whether the child…
It is an unfortunate reality that many marriages and common-law relationships break down, ending in separation or divorce. If that happens to you, there will be…
The breakdown of a relationship can be a stressful time, especially when there are children involved. Determining the rights and responsibilities of each…
When a family breaks up, some problems and disputes are normal. But parents must find a way to work together for the benefit of…
When most people think of child support in Alberta, they usually think of a set monthly payment that covers daily expenses. But did you know…
Separation or getting divorced is not for the faint of heart and can wreck havoc on the mental well-being of your entire family. However, there are…
The relationship between a grandparent and a grandchild can be a special and meaningful one for both parties. However, circumstances can arise that…
People in “common law” relationships in Alberta enjoy similar rights to married couples but, in the absence of a formal agreement, they must…
The calculation of how much a parent is required to pay in child support is based on how much that parent earns. Normally, the court…
Many people develop deep bonds with their pets, and may often view them as members of their family. At the time of a separation or divorce,…
Spousal support may be awarded when married couples or common law partners separate in Alberta — to aid the transition to financial self-sufficiency. While periods…
You will hear the phrase “child’s best interests” repeatedly if you need to discuss child custody arrangements in Alberta. All court decisions involving…
When couples separate or divorce, extended family members may have concerns about their ability to continue to spend time with the children of the…
Some people self-represent in family law matters in Alberta. On the face of it, this may seem like a viable option but it rarely…
The safety of one’s children is a parent’s priority and if this is put at risk, you probably don’t need reminding that it…
Alberta’s Family Property Act provides a legislative scheme governing the division of a couple’s assets in the event of separation or divorce. The default rule under…
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