In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of companies offering divorce services as a “cheap” alternative to using divorce lawyers. Most often these companies are operated and staffed by individuals who are not lawyers, and have minimal training in the law. These companies commonly advertise to parties who are looking to… Continue reading The True Costs of “Cheap Divorces”
Year: 2018
Paper It or Pay for It – Why a Cohabitation Agreement May Be More Important Than You Think
Have you and your significant other recently discussed taking your relationship to the next step? Does this involve spending more time in the same residence or, perhaps, leasing or buying a place together? If so, you should know that it has never been more important to consider whether a cohabitation agreement may be necessary to… Continue reading Paper It or Pay for It – Why a Cohabitation Agreement May Be More Important Than You Think
Mincher Koeman LLP – Now Teaching the Parenting After Separation High Conflict Course
In Alberta, divorcing parties with children under the age of 18 are required to take the Parenting After Separation (PAS) course before they are able to file for Divorce. While unmarried parents of children are not required to take the PAS course when separating, if either party wishes to bring an application for a parenting… Continue reading Mincher Koeman LLP – Now Teaching the Parenting After Separation High Conflict Course
Chateauvert v. Chateauvert – Disclosure and Diligence go hand in hand
Chateauvert v Chateauvert, 2018 ABQB 2 Couples going through a separation—whether married or not—must typically resolve financial and property issues. Ordinarily, this involves exchanging financial disclosure. The very recent decision of Chief Justice M.T. Moreau in Chateauvert v Chateauvert, 2018 ABQB 2 is a significant example of why careful exchange of full financial disclosure is… Continue reading Chateauvert v. Chateauvert – Disclosure and Diligence go hand in hand
Lace up your shoes….
“A voice, not a choice” is a common refrain that is used by the Courts, family law lawyer, and experts when it comes to discussing children’s views on parenting arrangements. What this really means is that the Courts have accepted that, come a certain age, it may be relevant to hear a child’s views in… Continue reading Lace up your shoes….
Mincher Koeman Family Friendly Interview Room
Parents who need to attend with Children At Mincher Koeman we understand in the early stages of separation, the little details are the ones that make life difficult and overwhelming. We understand that parents with small children may need to bring them when they attend to meet with their family law lawyer and yet, this… Continue reading Mincher Koeman Family Friendly Interview Room