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: Parenting
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
Mincher Koeman: A Modern Client Experience
At Mincher Koeman, we understand that when people are in the process of separating and dismantling their relationship, their world is in turmoil. They need to retain a firm that understands that and will work with them to make the process move smoothly and swiftly. We understand that any delay in the process of separating… Continue reading Mincher Koeman: A Modern Client Experience
Josh and Jo are Getting a Divorce (Part 2)
This is Part 2 of our new video series explaining divorce and separation in Alberta.