At Mincher Koeman we understand that children are important. We have designed a child friendly interview room to ensure clients with young verbal children can attend at our offices, without the added stress of finding childcare. Our child focused room has movies, Play Station, books, a colouring station and toys to keep your children occupied… Continue reading Mincher Koeman – A Child Focused Firm
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Mincher Koeman LLP – Welcome to Our Office
At Mincher Koeman we have a saying- Talent Required, Suits Optional. We believe in this motto and this theme has carried through the design of our office. We have created a relaxed office environment that is casual and inviting. We understand that for many, attending a lawyers office could be overwhelming and intimidating and our… Continue reading Mincher Koeman LLP – Welcome to Our Office
Final or Interim Orders: The Confusion Continues
It’s a recurring theme that lawyers often address – whether an order of the Court is interim or final in nature. While it is usually clear and understood in any application whether the Court is making an interim or a final order, it is not always the case that this is specifically clarified on the… Continue reading Final or Interim Orders: The Confusion Continues
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
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….