Alberta Court of Appeal Sets New Test for Imputing Income for Support Purposes
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…
Can I Get a Divorce Without My Spouse’s Consent?
In some Vancouver divorces, the spouses don’t agree about the need for a divorce. This can create a contentious situation where one of the…
How to Apply for a Family Protection Order in BC
Family violence is a distressing experience that can leave people wondering what their options are. If you have experienced family violence or believe…
Who keeps the family pets after separation or divorce?
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,…
How to Terminate Your Spousal Support in Alberta
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…
Proving Common Law Relationships When Separating in British Columbia
If you are unmarried when you separate from your partner in Vancouver but are hoping to claim common-law status, you may need to prove that…
Reasons Why You Should Hire a Family Lawyer
A skilled family lawyer can help you avoid and resolve legal disputes regarding loved ones. However, many families in BC wait to seek assistance…
Factors Determining a Child’s Best Interests in Alberta
You will hear the phrase “child’s best interests” repeatedly if you need to discuss child custody arrangements in Alberta. All court decisions involving…
Family Agreements After Separation in British Columbia
Separating from a spouse involves many important decisions that have consequences for those around you, especially if there are children from your marriage…
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…
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