Determining income is an important step in any divorce that involves child or spousal support.

If the payor is an employee, this can be an easy exercise, but it becomes more complicated if the payor is self-employed or runs a company.

Tune into this episode of Access to Justice Podcast when we speak with Cameron Brinkman of Pisko Brinkman LLP where he breaks down income determination down to the basics.

 “A conflict avoided is a conflict repeated”. Tune in to this episode of Access to Justice when we dive deep with Paulette Dekelver about conflict and how to get comfortable with it.

Parenting time and decision-making can be one of the toughest things to decide in separation or divorce. There are so many things to consider at a time when emotions are running high. Add in financial stress and efforts to keep the kids out of the middle and it can be recipe for disaster. Join hosts Heather and Evan as they suggest some ways to start the conversation and resources you can turn to if you get stuck.

Pre-nups, co-habs, and marriage contracts, oh my. What’s the difference?

You’ll want to check out this episode of Access to Justice if you’re getting married, moving in with someone or if you’re a parent or child of someone doing one of those things.

You’ll find out how these agreements can protect family assets when we chat with experienced family lawyer, mediator, and registered collaborative professional Jack Hauptman.

Divorce can put massive financial strain on a family. Pair that with concerns about your financial future:

• Will I be able to afford to keep the house?

The worry might be come overwhelming! Find out how working with a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst could save you money, help you stay on track to meet your financial goals, and help ease some of the stress of a divorce when we speak with Holly Brady of Prospera Solutions.

If you’re caught in a conflict spiral with your co-parent and are looking for an effective alternative to court that will reduce child stress, improve parental behaviour and communication, and provide timely decisions when parents can’t agree, parenting coordination might be your answer.

Don’t miss this episode when Dr. Greg Pickering talks to us about what parenting coordination is, who might be well-suited for it, how much it costs, and more!

Why would you need a business valuation? What drives the value of a business? Are there different considerations when a business is being valued in litigation versus for accounting purposes?

Don’t miss our conversation with Vince Gervais of Frost Valuations Inc when we take a deep dive into what goes into putting a dollar value on a business

If you live in a smaller or more remote Alberta locale, you might face unique advantages and challenges in trying to access justice.

Tune in to this episode of Access to Justice when we chat with Jasper lawyer, Chris Stolfa, about how he serves the legal needs of his community. Be sure to stay tuned ‘til the end to find out Kim’s ski racing nickname! 

Millions of people are fleeing the war Ukraine. Canada is changing the rules for travel visas and family sponsorship to ease entry to Canada.

Tune into this special short episode of Access to Justice to hear the latest from immigration lawyer Melvin Marin on the new rules.  

For more information visit:  https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/ukraine-measures.html or call Canada Immigration directly from inside or outside of Canada at 1-613-321-4243 (collect calls and reverse charge calls are accepted).  

How can you avoid conflict in your divorce?  Why would you want to avoid going to court?  Is family court anything like you see on TV? Family lawyer Joanne Waldie of Bruyer & MacKay answers these questions, imparts some wisdom, and so much more on this episode of Access to Justice!