Simple Steps to Getting a Legal Separation Agreement in Alberta

October 25, 2017|Divorce & Separation Blog Topics|

ADVERSARIAL LEGAL SERVICES VS. COLLABORATION It's tough dealing with the end of a relationship, even if the decision to separate is mutual. It does not need to be aggravated by an adversarial system that increases conflict and financial strain. By design, the system is adversarial—two advocates represent the best interests of their clients before an impartial judge whose job is to then determine the truth. Though archaic, the adversarial system is necessary when parties won’t cooperate, can’t agree, or if one or both parties can’t be trusted. I personally know a number of lawyers who refuse to take on contested[...]

Legal Separation Agreements

March 22, 2017|Divorce & Separation Blog Topics|

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-YlVMKC3Ns[/embedyt] FREE REPORT REVEALS... Simple Steps to Getting a Legal Separation Agreement & Divorce in Alberta ...The Friendly Affordable Way Just a few of the topics covered: Simple tips to reducing conflict. Checklists. Answers to frequently asked questions. Links to child support and spousal support calculator.

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Strategies for a Friendly and Affordable Separation and Divorce

December 19, 2016|Divorce & Separation Blog Topics|

Strategies for a Friendly and Affordable Separation and/or Divorce RECOMMENDATIONS Learn about the law. Collect and summarize relevant information using my FREE WORKBOOK. Identify Agreements and disagreements BUT do NOT dwell on disagreements…just identify them! It’s amazing how many of these disagreements simply disappear as individuals work through this collaborative process. Choose your service provider(s). If you live in Alberta, call me (Debbie Ward) at 1-800-320-2477 (or 403-229-2774 in Calgary) for a FREE CONSULTATION. Proceed with your Separation Agreement, Divorce and/or other required service. Consult with a lawyer for legal advice (if applicable). Resolve disagreements. Finalize your Separation Agreement,[...]

Child Support and Services

December 15, 2016|Divorce & Separation Blog Topics|

Free Child Support Calculator and Services Federal Child Support Guidelines The federal child support guidelines calculator is a free service offered by the Canadian Justice department to give people a rough idea of what their child support payments should be.  It should not be taken as a legal document since there are a multitude of factors that can change how much a person is obligated to pay, such as provincial or territorial guidelines, as well as split custody arrangements. The calculator is for general information only.  Click the following Image to visit the justice website to use the calculator: Re-Calculation Program[...]

Parenting After Separation Seminar

November 29, 2016|Divorce & Separation Blog Topics|

What is the Parenting After Separation Seminar (PAS) About? This Parenting after Separation seminar is one of many free seminars and services offered by Family Justice Services, a division of the Department of Justice Canada, and in coordination with the Alberta Courts.  The purpose of this seminar is to give parents who are separated or seeking a divorce the knowledge and tools they will require to better serve their children's health, social and emotional needs. Why is the Government Providing this Free Course? Studies have shown that children of parents who complete the program are much less likely to develop[...]

How to Obtain a Divorce in Canada for Non-Residents

March 7, 2014|Divorce & Separation Blog Topics|

Current Divorce Rules in Canada for Non-Residents Challenged by Couples wishing Gay Divorce In 2005, Canada passed laws which allowed for gay marriages in Canada. Gay couples from all over the world came to Canada to obtain a legal marriage. The problems arose when they returned to their home country and later decided they wanted to divorce. Since gay marriage and subsequently gay divorce was not recognized in their home country, their only option was to obtain a divorce in the country (Canada) which granted their marriage. The problem was, in order to obtain a divorce in Canada, you had[...]

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