Changes to Alberta’s Family Court in the Court of King’s Bench – What You Should Know (Part 1)
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 […]
Child Support: The College Years
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 […]
Legal Grounds for Removal of an Executor in Alberta
In Alberta, a personal representative (commonly referred to as an executor when acting under a Will) is tasked with administering the estate of a deceased individual pursuant to the Wills and Succession Act, the Estate Administration Act, and […]
Am I Separated?
Harm Dhillon
Can Just One Partner Claim Separation in Alberta?
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 […]
Access to Accident Benefits under Alberta’s New “Care-First” Auto Insurance System
If you are injured in a motor vehicle accident in Alberta, you are likely entitled to no-fault accident benefits that provide coverage for medical treatment as well as disability payments if you are unable to work due to […]
What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Die?
Harm Dhillon
Too often, individuals invest time and money into emerging digital assets, but forget to plan around them when creating and updating their Wills. This not only complicates things for your beneficiaries, but also for the Executor of your estate.
A […]