Alberta Interdependent Relationships
In Alberta, you don’t have to be married to share legal rights with your partner. Under the Adult Interdependent Relationships Act, couples — and even certain family or friends — can become Adult Interdependent Partners (AIPs). This guide explains how AIRs are formed, what rights they bring, and why a cohabitation agreement is key to protecting yourself.
How Do You End a Common Law Marriage?
Common-law couples in Canada may not be married, but they still share important legal rights and responsibilities. This guide explains what defines a common-law relationship, how it differs from marriage, and what to do when it ends — including property division, support, and separation agreements.
What Happens In a Separation
Separation is never easy, but knowing what to expect can make the process smoother. This guide explains the types of separation, legal agreements, financial considerations, and emotional steps to help you move forward with clarity.
Marriage Agreements and Estate Planning
Planning for the future goes beyond retirement and investments. For couples, it means deciding how assets, debts, and responsibilities will be managed during the relationship and beyond. Marriage agreements and estate planning work hand in hand to provide clarity, protect assets, and reduce conflict, giving couples peace of mind today and security for tomorrow.
Children & Relationship Agreements
Relationship agreements in Canada cannot determine custody, child support, or decision-making rights. These are always decided at separation based on the child’s best interests. Still, prenups and cohabitation agreements help parents by clarifying property and financial matters, reducing conflict, and creating more stability for children.
Alimony In A Prenup
A prenup can address alimony in Canada but enforceability depends on fairness, legal advice, and full disclosure. This guide explains how courts handle alimony clauses, common pitfalls, and best practices.
Cohabitation Agreement Template
Cohabitation agreements give unmarried couples legal and financial protection. This guide explains what they cover, who needs one, and how to use a template as a starting point for your own agreement.
How Much Does a Cohabitation Agreement Cost?
The cost of a cohabitation agreement in Canada ranges from free templates to $5,000+ for complex cases. This guide explains the factors that affect cost, average prices by province, and how to make an agreement more affordable without sacrificing legal protection.
Prenups and Estate Planning
Prenups do more than prepare couples for separation, they also shape what happens to assets after death. When paired with estate planning, a prenup helps protect your property, provide for loved ones, and prevent costly disputes.
Do You Need a Prenup for Common Law?
If you are in a common law relationship in Canada, you cannot use a traditional prenuptial agreement, but you can protect your assets and set clear expectations with a cohabitation agreement.