Family Law
Divorce
Divorce is the legal end of a marriage, but the divorce order is often only one part of the process. Before a divorce can be completed smoothly, spouses may need to address parenting arrangements, child support, spousal support, family property, debts, and the family home.
Devgun Family Law helps clients in Edmonton understand the divorce process and resolve the legal issues that come with separation. We assist with both uncontested divorce and contested divorce matters.
What Has to Be Resolved in a Divorce?
Depending on the family, divorce may involve several connected issues:
- Parenting time and decision-making for children
- Child support and special or extraordinary expenses
- Spousal support
- Division of family property and debts
- Sale, transfer, or possession of the family home
- Separation agreements or consent orders
- Financial disclosure
Some divorces are straightforward because the parties have already resolved these issues. Others require negotiation, mediation, collaborative law, or court steps.
Uncontested Divorce
An uncontested divorce may be available where both spouses agree on all required issues and the paperwork can proceed without a contested hearing. Even in an uncontested divorce, it is important that parenting, support, and property terms are clear and legally appropriate.
Contested Divorce
A divorce becomes more complicated when spouses disagree about children, money, disclosure, property, or support. In those cases, the legal strategy should be proportionate. Some disputes can be narrowed through negotiation. Others require court applications to move the matter forward.
Our Approach
We focus on practical advice. That means identifying what matters, what the law requires, what evidence is needed, and what process is most likely to produce a workable result. The aim is to avoid unnecessary conflict while protecting your position.