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How is spousal support calculated in Alberta?
When a marriage ends, it often means more than just the end of a relationship. In order to lessen the financial impact on the parties involved –whether including children or not– spousal (or Adult Interdependent Partner) support may be granted by the courts after...
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What does a child’s best interest standard mean in court
The Family Law Act requires all decisions that involve children to be made in the child’s best interests. Contact Kolinsky Law’s Best Child and Spousal Support Lawyers in Edmonton.
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What’s the legal difference between annulment and divorce
There seems to be a lot of confusion regarding the difference between an annulment and a divorce in Alberta but the distinction is not as puzzling as it seems. If you find your marriage is over and you are looking at your options for legally ending it, depending on...
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Steps to get ready for your consultation with a family lawyer
Meeting with a family lawyer for the first time can be stressful. Many are unsure of what to expect and feel some anxiety because of that. At Kolinsky Law in Edmonton, we strive to make your experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Of course, the nature...
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Three Grounds for Divorce in Alberta
Reasons for divorce in Alberta are as varied and complicated as each relationship. Every divorcing couple brings individual reasons for the divorce to the negotiation table or the courtroom, but each must claim one of the three legal grounds for divorce under...
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The right custody decision for your child
Child custody is one of the most contentious parts of a divorce agreement. Divorcing parents must make a shift in mindset when they move from dividing assets to negotiating child custody. Emotions must be set aside in order to make a decision based on the child's...
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5 Things to do before filing for divorce
Making the decision whether to file for divorce is difficult and often comes after a long period of compromise, personal reflection and struggling to “make it work.” However, if you feel ending your marriage or common-law relationship is your only option, it is...
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