Upon the breakdown of a marriage or common-law partnership, parties must determine how to divide their property, which commonly includes their matrimonial home. There are numerous ways to address these issues, including dispute resolution outside of court or negotiating the terms in a separation agreement. It can be helpful for the parties to prepare a… Continue reading Court Upholds Calculation of Matrimonial Home’s Value in Agreement
Category: Separation
Non-Disclosure in Separation Agreements Can Be Costly
When parties are facing a divorce, separation agreements can be a helpful way to set the terms for how to proceed. They can provide some certainty during a time of uncertainty and discomfort. Separation agreements can cover various issues, including parenting time, child support, spousal support, and property division. It is often helpful for the… Continue reading Non-Disclosure in Separation Agreements Can Be Costly
Husband to Manage Couple’s Valuable Real Estate After Divorce
During the marriage, one or more of the spouses may have accumulated a significant real estate portfolio that includes numerous high-value properties. By the time of divorce, the parties will need to split the value of the real estate if it is considered matrimonial property to be divided. If there are many valuable properties at… Continue reading Husband to Manage Couple’s Valuable Real Estate After Divorce
Husband’s Criticism of Wife’s Legal Advisor Denounced by Appeal Court as Exploitative
Courts place substantial value on a separated couple’s right to create their own separation agreement. However, courts will set aside an agreement if they find it was substantially unfair or was signed in a manner that took advantage of a party’s vulnerable state. In a recent decision of the British Columbia Court of Appeal, the… Continue reading Husband’s Criticism of Wife’s Legal Advisor Denounced by Appeal Court as Exploitative
How Should I Prepare for My First Meeting with a Family Lawyer?
Preparing for a divorce or separation is never an easy task. However, retaining an experienced family lawyer to guide you through the process and take action on your behalf can considerably help to reduce your stress. The first meeting you have with your lawyer will be important to give them a big-picture view of your… Continue reading How Should I Prepare for My First Meeting with a Family Lawyer?
Alberta’s ‘Parenting After Separation’ Course: What to Expect
When parents of minors are separating or divorcing, one of the most challenging yet important goals the parents have will be to maintain a positive and productive dynamic for the sake of the children. The focus of all family law litigation, court decisions, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings when there are children involved is to… Continue reading Alberta’s ‘Parenting After Separation’ Course: What to Expect