Family law matters can be some of the most difficult and emotional experiences people face. Recognizing this, Alberta’s family court system is introducing significant reforms aimed at resolving matters more efficiently and reducing conflict – with a particular […]
Tandia Wallace-Hawken
Time flies when you’re having fun, and when you’re a parent. You blink and they’ve gone from taking their first steps, to driving their first car, to preparing to leave the nest. As children become more independent, the type […]
Harm Dhillon
Yes. As long as the individual meets the legal test for separation, their spouse/partner does not need to consent or agree. Legal separation does not require a formal process such as filing […]
If you’re involved in litigation in Alberta, whether it’s over a contract dispute, personal injury claim, or family law dispute, you’ll likely come across something called an Affidavit of Records. In the Court of King’s Bench in […]
Canadian families are changing. From blended households to co-parenting arrangements involving more than two adults, our traditional legal frameworks are being tested by the realities of modern family life. Two recent legal milestones—British Columbia’s recognition of three legal […]
Children of separated parents are regularly and unfortunately caught in the middle of parenting disagreements and having to navigate challenges to assert their opinions. Often, parents are mistaken that children can decide whether or not they want parenting […]
To stand in loco parentis means assuming the role of a parent, even without a biological or adoptive connection to the child. This status brings both rights and responsibilities, but it is not granted lightly. Courts require clear […]
Planning for a marriage or a long-term relationship involves making financial choices that impact your future together. No one enters into a marriage or long-term relationship with the intention of separation, but unforeseen circumstances can arise. Preparing a […]
In loco parentis is a Latin term which means “in the place of a parent”. In family law, it refers to a situation where someone who is not a biological or adoptive parent is treated as a parent […]
The death of a child is an unimaginable loss for any parent. Emotions understandably run high, and difficult decisions must be made. When former partners or spouses disagree on these decisions, it can make an already tragic situation […]