Business Details
18 Years
experience
Calgary Family Law Specialists
MM Family & Divorce Lawyers is a Calgary-based legal practice dedicated to family and divorce law. With a focus on personalized service, our team of experienced lawyers provides tailored legal solutions for clients navigating separation, custody disputes, spousal support, and property division. We prioritize compassionate representation while maintaining rigorous legal expertise, offering mediation and litigation services to achieve optimal outcomes.Our commitment to client education and transparent communication ensures informed decision-making throughout the legal process. Recognized for our dedication to resolving complex family law matters, we serve clients across Calgary and Southern Alberta with professionalism and integrity.
Services
Family Law
Divorce Law
Mediation Services
Notary Services
Domestic Contracts
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of combined experience in Alberta family law
- Our lawyers provide personalized legal strategies for complex custody cases
- We prioritize mediation to reduce emotional and financial strain
- Our team includes certified mediators and experienced litigators
- We offer transparent fee structures with no hidden costs
What people say
Professional and responsive
Handled complex cases
Compassionate representation
Excellent communication
Successful outcomes
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses all aspects of domestic legal matters including custody arrangements, spousal support calculations, and property division. We provide strategic counsel for clients navigating complex family transitions while prioritizing children's best interests. Our lawyers combine courtroom experience with negotiation skills to achieve favorable outcomes.
Divorce Law
We handle contested and uncontested divorces with expertise in asset division, alimony determinations, and post-divorce modifications. Our approach balances legal rigor with sensitivity to emotional challenges, ensuring clients understand all procedural requirements and potential outcomes throughout the divorce process.
Mediation Services
Our certified mediators facilitate constructive negotiations for family law disputes outside courtroom settings. This confidential process helps parties reach mutually acceptable agreements regarding parenting plans, financial support, and property settlements while maintaining control over decision-making outcomes.
Domestic Contracts
We draft and review cohabitation agreements, prenuptial contracts, and separation arrangements tailored to individual circumstances. Our lawyers ensure these legally binding documents clearly define rights and responsibilities while protecting clients' long-term interests in family-related legal matters.
Notary Services
Our firm provides commissioning services for legal documents requiring official verification. We ensure proper execution of family law-related paperwork including affidavits, consent orders, and international legal instruments while maintaining strict compliance with provincial notarial standards.
People
Miguel Mejia
Founding Partner
Practicing exclusively in family law since 2008 with extensive litigation experience in Alberta courts. Specializes in complex custody cases and property division matters.
Maryla Ali
Founding Partner
Over a decade of family law experience, admitted in Alberta and Ontario. Focuses on mediation and trial advocacy for parenting disputes and spousal support cases.
Dan Aburto
Senior Associate
20+ years in family law with expertise in high-conflict parenting cases. Experienced in both private mediation and courtroom litigation for complex family disputes.
Zihao Guo
Associate Lawyer
Recent addition to the team with specialized training in emerging family law issues. Handles parenting arrangements and support calculations with a client-focused approach.
Questions
What are the grounds for divorce in Alberta?
Alberta recognizes three grounds: one-year separation, adultery, and physical/mental cruelty.
How much does a divorce cost?
Costs vary based on case complexity. Schedule a consultation for personalized cost estimates.
Do I need a lawyer for mediation?
While not required, legal representation ensures proper understanding of rights during mediation.
Can child support be modified?
Yes, changes in income or circumstances may justify support modification requests.
What determines custody arrangements?
Courts prioritize children's best interests considering stability, parental relationships, and living conditions.
How long does divorce take?
Uncontested cases take 6-8 months; contested matters may require extended litigation periods.
