Family Law Blog

We’re thrilled to welcome Jiya Dassan to the Crossroads Law team in Vancouver!

Sometimes, you just need to get divorced—fast. Whether you're hoping to remarry, facing health concerns, or just anxious to close a painful chapter and move forward, getting caught up in the legal back-and-forth can feel frustrating and emotionally draining. 

It is with great enthusiasm that we welcome Neema Khalili to our Calgary team as the newest articling student at Crossroads Law!

When parents separate, one of the biggest concerns is how parenting time will be divided. Some parents want to share time equally, while others believe it’s better for the child to live primarily with one parent.

For many, pets are more than just animals, they’re beloved members of the family. But when a couple separates or divorces in Alberta and can’t agree on who should keep the pet, the relief available through the courts may come as an unwelcome surprise.

Marital transitions, whether separation, divorce, or remarriage, can have a profound impact on your financial future.

We are thrilled to introduce Karolina Wojciechowski, the newest family lawyer to join our Calgary team.

If you're here, you're likely facing a difficult family situation—and trying to make sense of what comes next, including the possibility of going to court.

When a common law relationship or marriage ends, dividing property can become a major focus. In British Columbia, the rules about property division are set out in the Family Law Act (the “FLA”).

Family law mediation is a powerful tool – it offers a way to resolve disputes without the high cost, stress, or delays of going to court. But despite its many benefits, some people hesitate to try it because of lingering myths about how it works.