The Impact Divorce Can Have On Your Family & Mental Health
If you’re going through a separation or divorce, you don’t need anyone to tell you that it can all get stressful. The sleepless…
Divorce or Legal Separation: Which is Better for Family and Finances?
In order to file for a divorce in Canada, your marriage must have broken down and you must have either been separated for at…
Money: Financial Reasons Couples Get a Divorce
Nobody gets a divorce without a good reason. If recent evidence is to be believed, money and finances are increasingly that reason. One study from…
Alberta Leads the Nation in Family Law Reform
Family Law Reform in Alberta Canadian families will soon benefit from Parliament’s long-overdue overhaul of the Canada Divorce Act under Bill C-78. Although…
What is Divorce Mediation, or Family Law Mediation?
Family Law Mediation is a type of dispute resolution based on the cooperation and maintenance of a friendly relationship between separating or divorcing partners. This…
What is Collaborative Family Law?
Collaborative Family Law is a form of dispute resolution built on the honesty, integrity, and respect of the couple who are divorcing. This…
What Are The Effects of a Divorce on Children?
One of the main concerns during separation or divorce is the children. Divorce and separation can be a traumatic and devastating time for children, in…
What’s The Difference between Spousal Support and Child Support in Alberta?
Spousal Support Vs Child Support: What’s the difference? If a relationship between two partners ends, one partner may be entitled to spousal support. Generally, if…
What is Cohabitation or Common Law Separation in Alberta?
Common law relationships occur when two individuals live together in a “marriage-like”, or conjugal, relationship. Common law separation varies from that of divorce…
Can the Terms of a Divorce be Changed or varied in Alberta?
Following the granting of a divorce, an individual has 31 days to appeal. Once the 31 days have passed the divorce is final,…
Can I Get a Divorce Without Consent of My Spouse in Alberta?
If one spouse wants to get a divorce but the other does not, this means that the marriage has broken down. In which case,…
How much does it cost to get a divorce?
The cost of getting a divorce in Alberta At spectrum family law our focus is on transparency and maximizing value. We understand that…
Do I need a lawyer (in Alberta)?
There can be complex issues involved in a divorce case—including receiving what you are legally entitled to—that may not be completely apparent to…
How do I File for Divorce in Alberta?
Spectrum Family Law has many years of experience guiding clients through divorce and separation, so our family & divorce mediation experts will have many of…
How do I get a divorce in Alberta?
Steps to getting a divorce in Alberta Step 1: Claim for Divorce A divorce process starts with a document called a “Statement of…
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