A look at surrogacy laws around the world Part 2 – Ukraine
In the first part of my look at surrogacy laws around the world, I gave an overview of how surrogacy laws vary greatly from one jurisdiction to another.
The family lawyers from Crossroads Law located in Vancouver BC and Calgary AB have a client centred approach to help you successfully navigate the family law system. Our experienced family and divorce lawyers author these blogs to provide you insight and to help you through this challenging time.
What To Do If a Child Resists a Parent
A significant issue we see when parents are divorcing, or separating is that their child(ren) begins to resist access and parenting time with one of the parents.
What is an affidavit and what is it used for?
An affidavit is a document frequently prepared in litigation to provide evidence regarding the matter being determined.
Do I need Independent Legal Advice on My Fertility Agreement?
The lawyer for the intended parents has drafted the fertility agreement and recommends that the surrogate or donor obtain independent legal advice (ILA) from another lawyer.
We are hiring family lawyers in Vancouver and Calgary
Crossroads Law is looking to expand once again and is hiring family lawyers in Vancouver and Calgary who are ready to join a dynamic and modern law firm.
What is the Tort of Family Violence? A New Remedy for Victims of Domestic Violence
In an unexpected and precedent setting case out of Ontario, a self-represented victim of domestic violence was awarded $150,000 for the violence she suffered during her marriage.
How to Get Exclusive Occupancy of the Family Home After Separating in BC
Determining who remains in the family home after separation is frequently an issue for spouses who are in the process of divorce or separation.
Getting rid of your ex’s stuff and the liability of doing so upon relationship breakdown
Often when individuals are in the midst of a relationship breakdown, or are growing weary of a protracted separation, they can make impulsive decisions about the shared and/or personal property of their ex-partner that is in their possession.
Mediation Checklist for Divorce
In real estate, it’s ‘location, location, location’. In divorce mediation, it’s ‘preparation, preparation, preparation’.
What is parental alienation and how do you assess it?
A family breakdown can cause a child to reject a parent while developing strong alignment with the other parent following separation.
The Perfect Valentine’s Gift – An Engagement and a Pre-nup?
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, many couples will be celebrating by getting engaged.
Six Essential Tips When Divorcing a Narcissist
Divorcing a narcissist can be very difficult as the process can become highly conflictual even if you are attempting to settle outside of court.
What happens when parents disagree on vaccinating their kids against COVID-19?
A serious but overlooked consequence of COVID-19 has been its effect on separated or divorced parents who disagree on vaccinating their kids.
What are the different ways to settle a Divorce?
There are essentially two ways to resolve all matters between spouses: reaching an agreement, or having a decision imposed by a third party.
How to choose the best divorce mediator
Choosing a mediator is a difficult decision. If you speak to any family lawyer, they will have different opinions on the attributes and skills of a divorce mediator.
Crossroads Law is pleased to announce that lawyer David Kim has joined our Calgary office
David is a family lawyer and civil litigator who also has a background in real estate law.
How To Appeal A Provincial Court Order In British Columbia
You went to trial in a family law case in the Provincial Court of British Columbia and received a final order. You think the trial judge made a mistake and the order needs to be set aside or changed in some way.
Welcome to Calgary family lawyer Kristin McDonald
Crossroads Law continues to grow and develop a stellar team of family lawyers from diverse backgrounds, and we are excited to announce the addition of Kristin McDonald, our newest family lawyer in Calgary.
How to divide parenting time over the holidays
It’s the most wonderful time of the year…until a parenting-time disagreement.
What can I do if my ex takes our children out of the country and refuses to return?
International child abduction is a growing issue, becoming more and more common, in family law.
The information contained in this blog is not legal advice and should not be construed as legal advice on any subject. The information provided in this blog is for informational purposes only.