How Do You Change or Set Power of Attorney?

Posted by heritagelawoffices on Sep 15, 2017 in Blog, Family Law, Wills & Estate

A power of attorney (POA) is a document in which you, the donor, appoints another person (the attorney) to act on your behalf in legal and financial affairs. The amount of power given to your attorney can be broad or specific, but regardless of the amount of control you decide to give your attorney, it’s…Read More Here!

5 COMMON MYTHS ABOUT COMMON LAW RELATIONSHIPS

Posted by heritagelawoffices on Apr 18, 2017 in Blog, Family Law

Common law relationships are quickly becoming mainstream, leaving many people misinformed on just how it works from a legal standpoint. Never fear, Heritage Law is here to bust some myths– read on for more! MYTH #1: “Only a marriage qualifies for a prenuptial agreement.” The truth is… in most provinces, common law relationships can indeed…Read More Here!

What Is the Legal Definition of Family in Canada

Posted by heritagelawoffices on Mar 21, 2017 in Blog, Family Law

Families come in all shapes and sizes, so it makes sense that the legal definition in Canada reflects this. The current family definitions allow for inclusiveness of single-parent families, stepfamilies, common law or AIR unions, and more. Census Family Definition A census family refers to the following: A married couple of opposite or same sex…Read More Here!

KNOW THE DIFFERENCE: Sole Custody & Joint Custody?

Posted by heritagelawoffices on Jan 19, 2017 in Blog, Family Law

Since it has to do with the care and upkeep of children, custody is a very serious matter in our justice system. While a separation or divorce can be a difficult and emotional time, it is important to know the consequences of certain agreements. Use Heritage Law’s quick hit list below as a guideline to…Read More Here!

UNDERSTANDING PRENUPS: 5 Benefits of a Prenuptial Agreements

Posted by heritagelawoffices on Dec 22, 2016 in Blog, Family Law

Modern marriage isn’t simple, especially as blended families and non-traditional relationships become the norm. Because of this, more protection is often needed to keep marriages stable and fair for everyone involved. Prenuptial agreements or “prenups” don’t sound very romantic– in fact, they may even feel like you are expecting the partnership to fail. The truth…Read More Here!

Sharing Custody During The Holidays

Posted by heritagelawoffices on Dec 8, 2016 in Blog, Divorce Law, Family Law

Separation and divorce are legal proceedings with very serious, day-to-day life consequences– especially when children are involved. The stress and pressure of the holidays can often strain our relationships, so it is important not to let legal obligations like custody and child support become negatively impacted. If you or your loved ones are facing these…Read More Here!

How is Child Support Determined in Canada?

Posted by heritagelawoffices on Oct 13, 2016 in Blog, Divorce Law, Family Law

Divorce is becoming more and more common these days, often for the betterment of home and family life. Due to this, child support is a reality for many divorced or estranged working parents. When one parent asks for child support from another, a court is designated to determine if the claim is valid. Once approved,…Read More Here!

What Are Ground for Divorce in Alberta?

Posted by heritagelawoffices on Sep 29, 2016 in Blog, Divorce Law, Family Law

Divorce– a reality that is tough to consider, but many people report happier lives and better family dynamics after the difficult process. If you are considering divorce or experiencing one in your family, you may be curious as to what defines grounds of divorce. Read on for Heritage Law’s crash course in applying for divorce…Read More Here!

A Guide To Prenuptial Agreements

Posted by heritagelawoffices on Apr 11, 2016 in Blog, Family Law

A prenuptial agreement is contract made between a couple prior to marriage that dictates their legal rights and obligations in the event of a breakdown in their marriage. While these documents are commonly referred to as prenuptial agreements, they go by many other names, such as: Prenup Marriage Agreement Premarital Contract Antenuptial Agreement Domestic Contracts…Read More Here!