In a recent case out of the Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta, an Order was granted prohibiting the father from consuming alcohol of any quantities during his parenting time. This is not an uncommon provision for the Court to grant; in fact it often arises when there are concerns regarding any parent’s alcohol consumption. … Continue reading Alcohol, Parenting, and the Views of the Child
Category: Child Custody
Frequently Asked Questions – Child Protection- Part 1
Frequently Asked Questions – Child Protection – Part 1 Q) A caseworker has asked to meet with me to discuss my children. Am I allowed to have someone present? A) Yes. Most caseworkers when they meet with you will have at least one other person present. This may be a colleague or a… Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions – Child Protection- Part 1
Parenting Disputes and the Opinions of Children
We often are asked at which age children are “allowed” to choose which parent they want to live with, or how often they spend time with each parent. There is no magic age at which children have a choice. However, the courts are increasingly considering the opinions of children depending on their age and degree… Continue reading Parenting Disputes and the Opinions of Children
Mincher Koeman – A Child Focused Firm
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
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
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