Divorce can be one of the most stressful events in a person's life. Collaboration and clear communication can reduce harm and lead to better outcomes.Divorce is often portrayed in media as an acrimonious fight, and many of us have likely heard horror stories of high-conflict separations. … [Read more...]
Breaking Deadlocks: How sealed bidding resolves real estate disputes in family law
Sealed bidding involves parties submitting secret bids without knowing what others are bidding. This process can break deadlocks in family law disputes over real estate as it promotes fairness and maximizes property value.In family law, figuring out who keeps specific real estate can be … [Read more...]
Working with Clients Who Have Experienced Family Violence: Being client-centered and trauma-informed
Calgary Legal Guidance's Domestic Violence Family Law program is constantly learning and growing to better hear, understand and serve its clients.Calgary Legal Guidance (CLG) is a non-profit organization offering a range of legal services to those who cannot easily access Legal Aid or other paid … [Read more...]
What happens when farmers divorce?
The inter-generational nature of farms, and the need to keep enough farmland to make the farm viable, pose several unique challenges when families decide to separate.Farm families often experience the law in unique ways, and divorce is no exception. The inter-generational nature of farms, and the … [Read more...]
What happens when a business owner divorces? Part 2
In this second part, let's look at protecting a business, and calculating child and spousal support.Part 1 of this article explained the various ways a divorcing spouse can be compensated for their family property claim to a business. Part 2 now looks at how to insulate a business from the … [Read more...]
What happens when a business owner divorces? Part 1
In this part, let's look at buying spouses out and corporate assets.Whether you are a business owner, the spouse of a business owner, or in business with another family, you may be curious about what impact a divorce can have on the business. If your business partner is divorcing or you are … [Read more...]
Myths about Filing Claims
Debunking the myths and legends that haunt family law.This article continues our series on debunking the myths and legends that haunt family law. In our last issue, Erika covered myths about lawyers. Today’s topic: the family law process, particularly, filing claims.Myth: If I file first, I have … [Read more...]
Lawyer: Friend or foe?
Debunking the myths and legends that haunt family law.This article is the first in a series dedicated to debunking the myths and legends that haunt family law. Today’s topic? Lawyers.Many people experiencing a family breakdown have pre-conceived notions about the role of lawyers. These ideas … [Read more...]
Changes to Jurisdictional Provisions under the Divorce Act
Changes to Canada's Divorce Act that came into effect on March 1, 2021 include major changes to jurisdictional rules.There are several notable changes to Canada’s Divorce Act that came into effect on March 1, 2021. These changes are made through Bill C-78 which received Royal Assent on June 21, … [Read more...]
HAVE YOU HEARD? | Updated Family Law Resources
Families and the Law seriesDid you know the Divorce Act changed on March 1st?To make sure you have access to the most up-to-date legal information, we've updated and refreshed our Families and the Law series. Plus, we've added a few new resources to round out the series. And, they're available … [Read more...]
