Couples who are separating, particularly in a high-conflict situation, often find communication difficult, if not impossible. Finding ways to facilitate collaboration, particularly when dealing with parenting issues, can allow a couple to make arrangements and structure parenting time without needing to talk. Further, these tools can help to keep a record of agreed-upon terms and… Continue reading Digital Tools Can Make Life Easier for Separating Couples
Category: Child Custody
Travelling with Children: What You Need to Know
With March Break around the corner, many parents will be vacationing with their minor children, and in many cases, they will be doing so without the other parent. When both parents are not present at airports and border crossings, things can become complicated. What are parent’s rights with respect to travelling with their children, and… Continue reading Travelling with Children: What You Need to Know
BC Psychologist Faces Discipline for Role in Alberta Child Access Case
We have previously blogged about the harm that psychological evaluations can have in a custody and access matter. Recently, another psychologist has faced criticism and been forced to apologize for their comments in a family dispute that unfairly prejudiced the father in the matter. A One-Sided Assessment In this case, the parents of a young… Continue reading BC Psychologist Faces Discipline for Role in Alberta Child Access Case
Terminating a Child’s Right to Visit Parent is an Extreme Remedy
A recent decision of the Alberta Court of Appeal has held that completely terminating a child’s right to see a parent after a separation is a remedy that should only be taken in the most extreme circumstances. According to the court, a previous record of abuse against the child’s mother was not sufficient to fully… Continue reading Terminating a Child’s Right to Visit Parent is an Extreme Remedy
The Truth Behind the Myth That Lawyers Increase Conflict and Expense
We have all heard the phrase “don’t hire a family law lawyer, they will cost you a fortune and only increase the conflict”. This is generally a well-meaning piece of advice from family or friends who are willing to wade in when a person is heading towards a divorce with horror stories of escalating lawyers’… Continue reading The Truth Behind the Myth That Lawyers Increase Conflict and Expense
Upcoming Divorce Act Amendments to Impact Mobility Rules
The upcoming amendments to the federal Divorce Act in 2020 will add procedural rules and obligations to the concept of mobility and the relocation of a child. Currently, a parent must seek the court’s approval to relocate in the form of a mobility application when the other parent objects to the move. Mobility applications will remain… Continue reading Upcoming Divorce Act Amendments to Impact Mobility Rules