The official answer to this question is a resounding NO, but as with all answers with professionals, there is always the fine print while you can complete your real estate transaction without a Real Estate Lawyer, this can only happen in a cash transaction. However, it is important to speak with an experienced real estate […]
Dabbling into Real Estate is often an overwhelming process, filled with legal jargons and pitfalls at every corner. If you are reading this article, you are advised that your best bet is to hire an Experienced Real Estate Lawyer, Sometimes, Lawyers are referred to as Barristers, Solicitors, Attorneys or in some places Legal Practitioners. What […]
When people think of law, usually the first area that comes to mind is criminal law and what is portrayed on the television. Often what is shown on screen is inaccurate and/or exaggerated. However, some of the shows raise important questions in the mind of the viewers. Among these questions is what a person ought […]
There is often a child support obligation when parents get divorced or separated. This means that one of the parents must pay the other parent a portion of their income on a regular basis to help support their child. But what happens if the parent does not pay the child support? With many still struggling […]
We spend many of our waking hours working in order to make a living. Our jobs allow us to sustain ourselves and are often a source of pride. However, no matter how much a person loves his job or how good he is at it, the relationship between the employer and the employee can sour […]
On April 14, 2021, it was announced by Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship that temporary workers in the healthcare sector as well as international graduates will be eligible for permanent residency through a new pathway. Up to 90,000 new permanent residents will be admitted under the following 3 streams: – 20,000 applications for […]
Marriage should be about celebrating the unification of two people and their families, not about signing a contract about the division of assets should the marriage you are eagerly awaiting come to an end. Prenups are not the kind of thing that couples want to be thinking about as they approach the big day, but […]
Divorce is simply not an enjoyable experience for anyone involved. Knowing the basic process and having some resources to help you navigate your divorce will assist in ensuring that it goes as smooth as possible. These basics include a brief overview of the requirements under Canada’s Divorce Act, necessary filing and suggestions for non-legal help. […]
Nearly a year after Canada went into a lockdown because of COVID-19, Canadians are still suffering from the hardships that it created. Unemployment has skyrocketed as a result of the pandemic which has translated into an increased level of financial stress. This stress has made it even harder for parents to honour their obligations to […]
According to both the Federal and Alberta Child Support Guidelines, the payment of child support is meant to ensure that a child benefits from the financial means of both parents despite separation. It is also meant to reduce conflict and tension between parents by making the calculation of child support orders more objective. Types of […]