COVID-19 UPDATE
Richmond Tymchuk Family Law LLP is continuing to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic in order to meet the needs of our clients. We are however, working to limit our in office meetings in an attempt to socially distance and prevent the spread as recommended. Please do not attend at the office for periods between March 16 –… Read More
Family Law | 3 Key Things to Know About Alberta’s New Family Property Act
2020 brought with it significant changes to Alberta’s Matrimonial Property Act. Below, we answer 3 common questions about these changes. The information provided is intended to deliver a high-level summary and as such, it is encouraged to seek legal advice from a qualified practitioner for a full understanding. 2. What has changed? The Matrimonial Property… Read More
Resolutions to be a Better Co-Parent in 2020
Did you make a list this year? No, not of the gifts you wanted, but of your resolutions for the new year. Did parenting make the list? Parenting is a hard enough task as it is. Co-parenting throws some extra complications into the picture. As you start the New Year, consider these resolutions and make… Read More
10 Common Questions Men Ask in Family Matters
Breakdown of a personal relationship can be disheartening and overwhelming for anyone. Our experiences are often influenced by our gender. Men often have a unique experience when going through separation or divorce. Here are 10 common questions asked by men in family matters: 1. My wife and I separated last month. How long will I have… Read More
How to Calculate Child Support for Shared Parenting
In a divorce, one of the most critical obligations of both parents is to support the affected children. Alberta and Canada’s laws require that children grow up benefiting from the financial means of both parents as if the parents were still together. As such, child support payments are typically calculated by income and the number… Read More
Avoiding a Long, Expensive Divorce: The Appeal of Mediation-Arbitration
Individuals looking into getting divorced are often concerned that, if they are leaving a partner who is combative, stubborn or vindictive, they will inevitably get dragged into a disruptive, lengthy and costly battle in court to resolve all the issues associated with getting divorced. Fortunately, this doesn’t have to be the case. Mediation-arbitration is a… Read More