When a couple with children divorces, often the parent with the higher income will be responsible for making child support payments to the other parent, dependent on parenting and access arrangements. In a case where one parent earns considerably more from their job or has significant personal wealth, the calculation of support can be a… Continue reading When is a Gift Considered Income in the Calculation of Child Support?
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Child Support Obligations & COVID-19 Pt. 2
In a previous blog, we noted the difficulty presented to payors of child support by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic fallout. In particular, we identified that many individuals were losing their jobs and incomes due to the COVID-19 outbreak, yet were unable to seek any assistance from a court in varying their child… Continue reading Child Support Obligations & COVID-19 Pt. 2
Child Support Obligations & COVID-19 Pt. 1
The coronavirus pandemic continues to pose challenges across the country. Aside from health considerations, which are at the forefront of everyone’s minds, one of the primary sources of anxiety for many people in Canada is finances. Since the start of the spread of COVID-19 in our country, thousands of employees have been laid off and… Continue reading Child Support Obligations & COVID-19 Pt. 1
The Courts, COVID-19 & How to Progress Your Family Matter at This Time
On March 15th, 2020, following Provincial Guidelines to address the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) the Alberta Provincial Courts, Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench, and the Alberta Court of Appeal announced a suspension of the majority of sittings, effective immediately. What this means is that certain cases cannot be brought into court, and those matters already… Continue reading The Courts, COVID-19 & How to Progress Your Family Matter at This Time
Mincher Koeman Implements New Digital Tools for Clients
Last week, we discussed various digital options that can help make life a bit more manageable for couples facing divorce or separation. When a couple is in a situation where communication is challenging, the tasks necessary to facilitate a mutually-beneficial separation can seem insurmountable. This can include the ongoing responsibilities of shared parenting, which requires… Continue reading Mincher Koeman Implements New Digital Tools for Clients
Child Support & Adult Children in Alberta
As discussed in a previous blog, part of the changes enacted in December 2018 under Alberta’s Family Statutes Amendment Act (the “FSAA”) involved expanding the ability to make claims for child support for adult dependent children to couples who were never married. Previously, this had only been available to married couples who were covered under… Continue reading Child Support & Adult Children in Alberta