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Calgary Family Lawyers for Compassionate Legal Solutions
At Jones Divorce Law, we are a dedicated team of Calgary family lawyers committed to minimizing emotional and financial strain through timely, cost-efficient legal solutions. With over 195 combined years of experience, our practice focuses on empowering clients with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about their family's future. Our collaborative approach prioritizes resolution through mediation, arbitration, and negotiation while maintaining the option for litigation when necessary. We specialize in all facets of family law, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, and adoption.Our team combines legal expertise with compassionate guidance, ensuring personalized strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances. We value ongoing education and stay current with evolving legal standards to provide accurate, actionable advice. By emphasizing transparency and client control, we help individuals navigate complex legal processes with confidence and clarity.
Services
Divorce Law
Family Law
Mediation Services
Collaborative Law
Arbitration
Highlights and features
- We combine over 195 years of combined legal experience with personalized service
- Our collaborative approach prioritizes amicable resolutions over adversarial litigation
- We provide transparent updates on all case developments
- We specialize in complex family law matters including high-net-worth divorces
- Our team includes certified mediators and collaborative law practitioners
What people say
Exceptional legal guidance
Outstanding work ethic
Perfect balance of knowledge
Fantastic human being
Highly recommend services
Services
Divorce Law
Our Calgary divorce lawyers provide comprehensive legal representation for all divorce proceedings. We specialize in both contested and uncontested divorces, offering strategic guidance through asset division, child custody arrangements, and spousal support negotiations. With expertise in Alberta's family law framework, we help clients understand their rights and obligations while pursuing favorable outcomes. Our approach balances legal rigor with compassionate support during this challenging life transition.
Mediation Services
We facilitate collaborative dispute resolution through certified mediation services. Our trained mediators help couples reach mutually beneficial agreements on parenting plans, property division, and financial arrangements. This cost-effective alternative to litigation maintains client control over decisions while promoting cooperative co-parenting relationships. Mediation sessions prioritize open communication and creative problem-solving tailored to family needs.
Collaborative Law
Our collaborative law practice offers structured negotiations without court intervention. Certified collaborative lawyers work with clients to develop customized solutions for complex family law matters. This process maintains privacy while addressing child custody, financial disclosure, and post-divorce planning. We focus on preserving relationships through transparent communication and shared problem-solving frameworks.
Child Custody
We advocate for children's best interests in custody and access matters. Our legal team helps establish parenting plans covering decision-making responsibilities, visitation schedules, and dispute resolution mechanisms. We address relocation issues, modification requests, and enforcement of existing orders while prioritizing children's emotional well-being throughout the legal process.
Property Division
Our specialists handle complex property division cases involving real estate, business interests, pensions, and investment portfolios. We provide accurate valuation assessments and negotiate fair asset distribution according to Alberta's Matrimonial Property Act. Our team addresses hidden assets, excluded property claims, and tax implications to protect clients' financial futures during divorce proceedings.
People
Dereck A. Jones
Partner, Barrister & Solicitor
Experienced family law practitioner with decades of litigation and mediation expertise. Specializes in complex divorce cases and high-net-worth asset division while maintaining a client-centered approach to legal representation.
Lindsay C. Ewens-Jones
Partner, Barrister & Solicitor
Recognized legal expert with extensive experience in child custody matters and collaborative law. Combines compassionate counsel with aggressive advocacy to protect clients' parental rights and financial interests during family law disputes.
Krista Ostwald
Of Counsel, Barrister & Solicitor
Seasoned family law attorney specializing in spousal support negotiations and property division. Provides strategic legal guidance while maintaining focus on clients' long-term financial security and family well-being.
Ainsley E. Vieira
Partner, Barrister & Solicitor
Dedicated family law practitioner with expertise in adoption proceedings and parenting coordination. Advocates for practical solutions that balance legal requirements with clients' emotional needs during transitional life events.
Jesse T. Bonner
Partner, Barrister & Solicitor
Skilled litigator with specialization in complex divorce cases. Combines courtroom experience with alternative dispute resolution techniques to achieve favorable outcomes in high-conflict family law matters.
Questions
What family law services do you handle?
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, adoption, and collaborative law solutions tailored to Calgary residents.
Do I need to go to court for my family matter?
Court is only one option. We offer alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation and collaborative law to resolve matters efficiently while maintaining client control.
How long will my family law case take?
Resolution timelines vary: straightforward cases may conclude in weeks, while complex matters typically resolve in 3-6 months through mediation, with litigation extending beyond six months.
What documents should I bring to my first consultation?
Bring relationship timelines, financial records, existing court documents, parenting schedules, and property information to enable comprehensive legal assessment during your initial consultation.
How are child support payments calculated in Alberta?
Child support follows Federal Child Support Guidelines based on income disclosure, parenting time percentages, and children's specific needs as determined by Alberta's legal framework.
Can common-law partners claim spousal support?
Yes, Alberta's Family Law Act recognizes adult interdependent relationships for spousal support claims following relationship breakdowns meeting specific cohabitation criteria.
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