Year: 2019
Does White Paper 2.0 Aim to Extinguish Indigenous Rights?
In 1969 the Canadian government under Pierre Trudeau put forth a policy paper proposal titled the 1969 White Pater Statement of the Government of Canada on Indian Policy. The intent of the policy was to eliminate not only the Indian Act but also all treaties in existence at that time. The policy was intended to… Continue reading Does White Paper 2.0 Aim to Extinguish Indigenous Rights?
Can I Send a Letter to a Judge Without Notifying the Other Side?
Can I send a letter to a Judge without notifying the other side? The simple answer is no! No-one should be communicating with a Judge, mediator or arbitrator ex-parte (without notice). As Ms. Elizabeth Aspinall, Practice Advisor for the Law Society, recently pointed out in the Canadian Bar Association article, Exceptional Communications: The Ethics of… Continue reading Can I Send a Letter to a Judge Without Notifying the Other Side?
Child Support Frequently Asked Questions
Many people going through a separation or divorce often find the process and the law confusing and don’t know where to look for answers. One of the most common areas in which questions arise is around Child Support; many people want to know what it can be used for, how much they have to pay,… Continue reading Child Support Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parenting Coordination?
Parenting Coordination is a child focussed process that is used for separating parents to make arrangements for their children. This short video explains the Parenting Coordination process in Alberta.
Mincher Koeman is Hiring
Mincher Koeman is looking to hire two lawyers. A senior lawyer with 6, or more years of experience and a junior lawyer with under 6 years of experience Working with Mincher Koeman means you will be part of a team of engaged and hardworking lawyers who take pride in the area in which they practice.… Continue reading Mincher Koeman is Hiring