Candid Confessions: A Child's Journey Through Divorce
My parents got divorced when I was approximately 12 years old.
It all began with the best intentions to do what was right for their children. However, when emotions took over, finding balance became challenging.
How Do We Tell The Kids We Are Getting Divorced?
The words we choose, can have such a dramatic effect on a situation, and ultimately can be life altering for ourselves and for others, in a mere moment.
Together We Rise
There are many forms of abuse: emotional, mental, physical, and financial.
Financial abuse being one of the reasons why most women do not leave due to the fact that they do not have the financial means to support themselves and their children. In 2022 Shelters received 65,390 calls seeking support. Is there any help?
How to Prepare for Your Divorce
Going through a divorce is one of the biggest life changing events a person can go through. You want to think it through carefully and ensure you take the right steps.
Here are some helpful tips.
Financial Peace of Mind
The word “finance” evokes so many emotions in people that it can stop them in their tracks. Add in the word “divorce” and it becomes debilitating to a lot of people.
The basic fear of not knowing what the result will be can create more havoc, conflict, time loss, and ultimately, higher costs to reach a resolution.
What is Collaborative Practice?
You and your partner are separating and you probably have a long list of questions and concerns about your children, your money, and your assets. On top of that, you might be facing some big feelings: mistrust, resentment, loss, or fear of the unknown.
Is there a way to address those realities without going to court?
Now What? Rediscovering Yourself After Divorce
You had a vision; a picture of what the rest of your life was going to look like. Now, that image has been significantly altered.
Perhaps you are feeling relieved that it is over but also wondering ‘where do I go from here?’.
Why Does Mediation Offer Better Outcomes?
When restructuring your family and planning for a new future, you have a number of resolution pathways to consider.
The Roller Coaster of Emotions
People deciding to stay or leave a relationship are in the midst of a roller coaster of emotions, from anger and resentment to feeling sad and alone, or dis-connected and powerless.
Bridging the Gap
We had to sell the house. I dreaded going back there. I didn’t want to deal with it.
Having someone to take care of the details and manage the coordination of services can help alleviate the stress and free up time needed to stay focused on life.
How to Buy Your Spouse Out of the Matrimonial Home
For many separating couples, their home is their most important asset.
That’s why seeking the advice of a divorce mortgage specialist can help set the stage for a successful separation – so the two of you can proceed financially independent of each other.
Imputing Income
Things are changing in the legal system for divorce, separation and family law in Alberta
A Fresh Approach to Your Fresh Start
When selecting an appropriate course for divorce or separation agreements, ensuring that your needs will be met through an established, systematic process is paramount.
Ongoing Disclosure of Income
The duty for ongoing disclosure of income information for child or spousal support payable can be bothersome for many people. Here are some things to consider.
Let’s Talk about Better Outcomes in Separation and Divorce
Hear how Justice Rod Jerke and Diana Lowe, KC are working toward reforming the family justice system for better outcomes for everyone involved – to thrive – even as they are restructuring.