Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution that is strongly recommended by the Courts in Alberta. Parties to litigation, including divorce matters, have an obligation under the Rules of Court to engage in alternative forms of resolution with the aim of settling matters without the need for the courts. However, such a requirement does not… Continue reading Mediation and COVID -19: Pick your Mediator Carefully
Category: Self-Representation
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
Why do I need a Lawyer to help me work out Child and Spousal Support when I can do it myself?
Many people wonder why they need a lawyer to help them work out their child and spousal support obligations. It’s simple, surely? The Alberta and Federal Child Support Guidelines are available on-line. With a few simple questions answered an calculation is provided. Simple, quick, cheap and accurate. Its at this point I remind you of… Continue reading Why do I need a Lawyer to help me work out Child and Spousal Support when I can do it myself?
Have you decided to represent yourself? Why is this sometimes a good idea?
Family Law matters can be daunting and emotionally draining. However, when you have a self-represented person on the other side of your matter, this can quickly become financially exhausting if you have counsel and the other side does not. This is because self- represented parties have no ethical or professional guidelines to bind them or… Continue reading Have you decided to represent yourself? Why is this sometimes a good idea?