Pension Issues Upon Relationship Breakdown
In 2020, there were over 16,000 registered pension plans in Canada, who had over 6.5 million active members. In 2019, about 37% of all paid workers in Canada were covered by a registered pension plan. Given their prevalence, […]
Parenting Coordination: Is it Right for You?
What is Parenting Coordination?
Parenting Coordination is a form of alternative dispute resolution that assists co-parents in resolving conflicts on an ongoing basis. In Alberta, Parenting Coordination is a voluntary process requiring the consent of both parties to engage in the […]
Opinion: Relocation and Onerous Parenting Provisions
Relocation cases are some of the most difficult cases to litigate due to the “all or nothing” nature of the outcome. The Court must determine whether the child will stay or go, a decision which will profoundly impact […]
Ontario Justice Creates New Tort of Family Violence Claimable Under the Divorce Act
In a recent decision arising out of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the trial judge, Justice Mandhane created a new tort of family violence.
The parties in Ahluwalia v Ahluwalia, 2022 ONSC 1303 were married in November 1999 and separated […]
Considerations for Trusts for Minor Children
In the recent decision of Gall Estate v Turpin, 2022 ABQB 25, a deceased mother left her entire estate to her son in trust until he turned 25. The deceased mother and the child’s surviving father had […]
When Should a Child Have a Lawyer?
A recent application saw the court well outline the factors to be considered when assessing the need for a lawyer for the child. Is the child’s age and maturity such that their view should be heard with the […]
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