In a previous blog post, we discussed the importance of prenuptial and cohabitation agreements for individuals marrying or entering into common law relationships. We set out a number of advantages and reasons for entering into agreements of these types, and explained how they benefit all people regardless of whether they are just starting out in… Continue reading Prenuptial Agreements and the Small Business Owner
Year: 2017
The Importance of Prenuptial Agreements
Most people have a general understanding of what a prenuptial agreement is. In general it is a contract between a couple who are about to enter into a marriage, which typically governs the rights and obligations of each person should they ultimately divorce. Agreements of this type are not just limited to parties who are… Continue reading The Importance of Prenuptial Agreements
Mincher Koeman Family Law Chambers Welcomes Alin Mayer
Lynsey and Andrew are pleased to welcome Alin Mayer to Mincher Koeman Family Law Chambers. Alin joined Mincher Koeman Family Law Chambers as an associate in October 2017 after practicing Criminal Defence since her call to the Alberta Bar in 2016. In 2015, Alin received her Juris Doctor from the University of Calgary where she… Continue reading Mincher Koeman Family Law Chambers Welcomes Alin Mayer
Shared Custody and Claiming an Amount for an Eligible Dependent
In a parenting arrangement where one party has the children in their care and control more than 60% of the time, they are considered to be the primary parent. In such a scenario, it is the usual circumstance that the other parent must pay Child Support to the primary parent. Under the Income Tax Act… Continue reading Shared Custody and Claiming an Amount for an Eligible Dependent
Tools to Reduce Conflict – Our Family Wizard
Sometimes conflict can’t be avoided. However, in respect of conflict around parenting schedules, decisions, and communication, sometimes conflict can be reduced with the help of third party tools. It has become a frequent comment of the Courts that they have become overburdened with an excess of family law applications; particularly applications over matters that the… Continue reading Tools to Reduce Conflict – Our Family Wizard
Drug and Alcohol Testing in Family Law Cases
In high conflict parenting cases, it is not uncommon that parties will accuse each other of various different types of harmful behaviour. There are times when these accusations are founded on actual instances of harmful behaviour. However, such accusations are sometimes made by parents solely for the alternative purpose casting the other parent as a… Continue reading Drug and Alcohol Testing in Family Law Cases