Restraining Orders What Is A Family Court Restraining Order? coachgrant, February 21, 2024November 13, 2024 Understanding Family Court Restraining Orders in New Brunswick Definition and purpose of Family Court Restraining Orders In this segment of the Langdon Law Newsletter we ask the question ‘what is a family court restraining order? Family Court restraining orders are legal orders issued by a judge to protect individuals from…
Spousal Support How Spousal Support Is Calculated coachgrant, February 4, 2024April 10, 2024 Defining spousal support and its purpose in relationship breakdowns Spousal support, also known as alimony or maintenance in some jurisdictions, is a legal obligation for one spouse to provide financial support to the other after a divorce or separation. The purpose of spousal support is to ensure that both parties…
mediation The Role Of Mediation In Divorce Proceedings coachgrant, February 3, 2024April 10, 2024 Understanding Mediation in Divorce: A Compassionate Approach Explanation of mediation and its purpose in divorce proceedings This post is an attempt to help parties understand the role of mediation in divorce proceedings. Mediation is a process in which a neutral third party, known as a mediator, facilitates communication and negotiation…
Property Division Is A ‘Common Law’ Spouse Entitled To A Division Of Property In New Brunswick? coachgrant, February 3, 2024April 10, 2024 Understanding Common Law Relationships in New Brunswick Defining a common law relationship under NB law In the Family Services Act, Chapter F-2.2, section 1(b), “cohabit” means to live together in a family relationship;(cohabiter) and “common-law partner” means a person who cohabits in a conjugal relationship with another person if the…
parenting after divorce Co-Parenting Successfully After Divorce | A Challenge coachgrant, January 16, 2024April 10, 2024 Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Co-Parenting Recognizing and respecting each other’s feelings post-divorce Divorce can be an emotionally challenging experience for both parents and children. It is important for parents to recognize and respect each other’s feelings during and after the divorce process. This includes acknowledging the pain, anger and…
court process What To Expect During A Divorce Settlement Conference coachgrant, January 16, 2024April 10, 2024 Explanation of what a divorce settlement conference is and its purpose A settlement conference is a meeting between divorcing spouses, their attorneys and a neutral third party, usually a mediator or judge, to discuss and negotiate the terms of a proposed divorce settlement. The purpose of the conference is to…
divorce Common Mistakes To Avoid During A Divorce coachgrant, January 14, 2024April 10, 2024 Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster: Keep Your Cool Understanding the emotional impact of divorce In this post we’ll look at some common mistakes to avoid during a divorce. Divorce is a life-altering event that can have a profound impact on one’s emotional well-being. The emotional toll of divorce can be immense,…
Property Division Equalization of Net Family Property coachgrant, December 14, 2023April 10, 2024 How does Division of family property work in the province of New Brunswick? If you are married and decide to end your relationship, you may wonder how your property will be divided between you and your spouse. In the Province of New Brunswick, property division is determined by the provisions…
Child Support Child Support | Determine the Amount coachgrant, November 27, 2023April 10, 2024 When a relationship breaks down and the partners have children child support is always an issue that must be addressed. When child support is payable, naturally, couples wonder how to determine the amount. The Child’s Primary Residence There are two ways to resolve the issues when a couple separates. The…
Family Law Family Law Woodstock | Is Relationship Therapy and Couples Counseling Worth a Try? coachgrant, November 20, 2023April 10, 2024 When a relationship begins to break down, couples will often think about relationship therapy and couples counseling to try to keep the relationship together. Of course counseling ought to be considered. There are circumstances, however, where counseling may not lead to a reconciliation. Other Factors to Consider I have found over…