Who Decides Whether Grandparents Can Have Contact with the Children After Parents Separate?
When couples separate or divorce, extended family members may have concerns about their ability to continue to spend time with the children of the…
Top Reasons Not to Self-Represent in Alberta Family Law Matters
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…
How to Obtain Emergency Child Custody in Alberta
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…
Property Division and the Enforceability of Prenuptial Agreements in Alberta
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…
Intestate Succession and “Marriage-like Relationships” in BC
In two recent decisions, the British Columbia Court of Appeal has provided guidance concerning the circumstances in which a common law partner may…
Relocating With Children in British Columbia
Relocating with children after a divorce in B.C. is a complex matter that requires preplanning and considerable thought before acting. Parental rights and responsibilities are highly…
Imputing Income to a Parent Who is Underemployed in British Columbia
Parents in British Columbia have a positive duty to provide financial support for their children in an amount that is commensurate with their income (Family…
Child Support for Children Attending Post-Secondary Education
Alberta’s Family Law Act states that every parent has an obligation to provide support for his or her child (s. 49(1)). After separation or…
Understanding Parenting Plans and Custody Agreements in Alberta
When couples get married, no one plans to divorce. Yet, in 2021, 7.4 million people obtained a legal divorce in Canada. Although divorce is a…
Changes to the Framework for Application to Relocate with Children After Divorce
A request by one parent for permission to relocate with the children of the marriage will generally involve a significant change to the existing parenting…
Making Interim Changes to Custody and Parenting Arrangements in Alberta
One of the more contentious issues in divorce proceedings can be parenting of the children. Where the parties are unable to agree on…
How to Get Sole Custody of Your Child in British Columbia
With most divorces involving children in BC, child custody matters are settled so that both parents have approximately equal parenting time and both play an…
Unmarried Fathers’ Rights in Canada
A parent’s rights to participate actively in a child’s life are precious and they are protected regardless of marital status in Canada. Canada’s…
If the relationship breaks down, does it affect my Immigration application or status?
Many foreign nationals have concerns about their immigration status when their relationship breaks down. You may need to seek immigration advice about your…
If the relationship breaks down, does it affect my Immigration application or status?
Many foreign nationals have concerns about their immigration status when their relationship breaks down. You may need to seek immigration advice about your…
Father’s Rights and Child Custody in British Columbia
During and after separation and divorce, one of the toughest things for parents to come to terms with is spending less time with…
Grounds for Divorce in BC
To get divorced in BC, you must have grounds for divorce and meet the residency requirements. “Grounds” are legal reasons and, in BC, there…
Family Law Legislation in Alberta
Several important laws govern family matters in Alberta, the most important of which is the Family Law Act. Several important laws govern family matters…
Getting a Divorce in Vancouver BC
If you and your partner have decided to divorce, the road ahead may not be easy but you can navigate it and emerge…
Do I need a lawyer?
Divorce is never an easy process, and it can be even more complicated if there are children involved. You need the right guidance…
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