Enforcing a Parenting Agreement in Alberta
After the Separation Agreement has been signed, sometimes there are issues in following the parenting plan. The prior blog looked at this generally and this blog has a few more ideas specific to parenting.
Enforcing a Separation Agreement in Alberta
After a Separation Agreement has been signed, sometimes an issue arises when one person isn’t following the agreement.
Imputing Income: what does this mean?
A key factor for child and spousal support is personal income. What if one spouse alleges the other spouse is underemployed? Well, the Court (or the parties by agreement) can impute income. Imputing income or deeming income is where a specific income will be used for the legal process, even though the person may earn…
Going to Court in Calgary: New Family Law Requirements
The Court has introduced 4 steps that are necessary before a non-urgent parenting or support issue can go before a judge in Calgary and Edmonton. These steps do not apply to urgent issues or restraining orders. The steps became mandatory in December 2023.
A Parenting Schedule That Grows with the Child
A parenting plan includes the schedule of when the children spend time with each parent. A child’s age and stage of development is a big part of what influences the parenting plan. As a child grows up, or as needs and circumstances change (for the child or parent), the schedule may need to adapt as…
Best Lawyer Banana Bread!*
*(Based on the opinion of the baker) I have had this recipe since law school (over 25 years ago!). A heated inter-office debate had me declaring that this is the best recipe. What I like about this recipe is that you can switch out all kinds of ingredients and it is still great. I leave…
Parenting Plans: A Helpful Alberta Parenting Plan Resource
A parenting plan is an agreement between parents on the children’s schedule, and how decisions about the children will be made after a separation. A parenting plan is unique to each family, with the best interests of the children as the guiding factor. An effective parenting plan can help improve communication between separated parents and…
Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin and Family Law!
How is cryptocurrency treated for family law purposes? Crypto, Bitcoin and digital assets may be hot topics, but for family law purposes, these are assets & property or potential sources of income, just like more traditional investments.
The Power of Mediation
Families should use the divorce process that best meets their particular needs. For many separating spouses, that means having discussions and finding solutions without going to Court.
I Just Want it Done!
Tips for moving your divorce, separation agreement or family law dispute to resolution.