Questions about Questioning
If your legal matter is proceeding to Questioning, it’s normal to have some concerns or anxiety wondering what the process will look like or what is expected of you. While your lawyer will prepare you for Questioning in advance, here […]
Splitting Canada Pension Plan With Your Ex-Spouse
Upon separation or divorce, your Canada Pension Plan (CPP) credits may need to be shared with your former spouse. In Alberta, CPP credits are considered to be family property with the presumption that they will be shared equally during the […]
Can You Sue Your Employer for Being Bored at Work?
In a 2016 labor case out of France, the Plaintiff (Paris resident Frederic Desnard), sued his former employer of 8 years, Interparfums (a perfume and cosmetics company), claiming damages of 360,000 Euros for being forced out of his job by […]
Setting the Record Straight: Myths in Appealing Family Law Orders
You’ve been in court, and the judge makes a decision you don’t agree with or don’t like. What can you do? You’ve heard of appealing, so what does that mean? Appealing matters in family law can be complex but can […]
Gifts vs. Loans in Matrimonial Property Division
In the current real estate market, it is becoming increasingly popular (or necessary) for young couples to rely on their parents when purchasing their first home. However, a thoughtful gesture by the parents can turn into a point of contention […]
Age-Appropriate Parenting Plans
When determining an appropriate parenting schedule for the first time, it is important to keep in mind that a child’s age and stage of development will impact their ability to adjust and thrive in their new circumstances.
Perhaps contrary to popular […]