Your Will is a crucial document that outlines your wishes for the distribution of your estate. As the Testator, you have the power to...

In Alberta, the family law landscape is shifting significantly. With mandatory Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) now required before...

Marriage is an exciting time for a couple. Amidst the excitement, it is important to consider the practical and legal implications that come with such unions. Marriage involves legal rights and responsibilities, financial considerations and potential future challenges. This blog details prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, explaining key points about each agreement and what they can mean for you and your partner. What is a Prenuptial Agreement? A prenuptial agreement, commo

Welcoming a child to your family is a wonderful and terrifying experience all at the same time. Your entire life changes in that moment...

In Alberta, when a couple decides to separate, one party may want to move with their child, which may include relocating to another city in Alberta, another province within Canada or outside of Canada. In these situations, mobility becomes a complex legal issue involving the rights of the child, both parents and family law. The parent wanting to relocate can only do so if the other parent agrees or by Court order, as relocation typically hinders the other parent's access to t

When a couple separates, it may be necessary for one party to apply to the Court for exclusive possession of the family home. This is...

We know how important a pet is and that they are a big part of a family. At Stokes Law, we want to ensure that when you make your Will,...

The process of having your Will prepared can seem daunting. At Stokes Law, we strive to streamline that process and make it as easy as...

Ending a relationship can be a very difficult and complex journey. Understanding the significance to being separated from your partner or spouse is often a crucial aspect to the separation process. Depending on the nature of your relationship, being separated holds weight, influencing critical matters such as property division, child support and spousal support. For two people to separate, it must first be established that they are in a relationship. In Alberta, a couple’s re

At the end of 2023, the Alberta trial Courts, that being the Alberta Court of Justice and the Alberta Court of King’s Bench, brought in...