Divorce

Chantelle Lefebvre

Domestic Violence in Family Law

The interplay between family law and domestic violence is something family law lawyers regularly deal with.

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Family Law Litigation FAQ's

▶ What if we agree on some aspects of our separation/divorce but not others? It is not necessary to disagree about everything to litigate...

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How does Family Law Litigation Work?

This post describes the steps and processes involved in family law litigation.

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'Pathogenic Parenting' - What Is It?

If you hang around courtrooms or like to read about the latest in mental health and parenting, you may have heard the term ‘pathogenic...

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The Legality of Recording Conversations

I have had many clients going through high-conflict separations ask me whether they can legally record conversations between themselves...

Chantelle Lefebvre

I Have To Go To Court And Don't Know What To Expect

Do you have any upcoming court date? If so, you may be experiencing some anxiety because you don’t know what to say or do, or how to...

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The Child's Voice in Legal Proceedings - Part 2

In the last issue, we discussed the importance of including a child’s voice in custody and access disputes. In this issue, we will...

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Social Media and Defamation - A Cautionary Tale

I recently came across a news article about a Vancouver woman ordered to pay her ex $200,000.00 after trashing his reputation online. ...

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What is Practice Note 2?

If you are planning a trip to family law chambers in Alberta, you need to know about Practice Note 2 (PN2). There are strictly enforced...

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When Can A Child Decide Where They Legally Want To Live?

The issue of where a child should live following a divorce or separation is a common one. Parents constantly tell me that their child is...