Family Law Blog

We’re honoured to share that, for the third consecutive year, Crossroads Law has been named an Excellence Awardee for Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2025 Canadian Law Awards.

With a strong background in litigation and alternative dispute resolution, Yasemin Shihab Ahmed is a dedicated family lawyer who fiercely advocates for her clients, ensuring their rights and best interests are protected throughout the legal process.

Leaving a child home alone is a major milestone for both parents and children. It signifies growing independence, but it also raises concerns about safety and legal responsibility.

Divorce can be a difficult and emotional time, and if you own a business, it can also bring complicated financial challenges.

Studies rank divorce as the second most stressful experience a person can face, trailing only the death of a spouse or child.

When we think about divorce, we don’t often think about divorcing seniors.

Legal coaching in family law offers a different way to work with a lawyer.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to profoundly influence the practice of law in Canada, reshaping how legal professionals operate and how access to justice is delivered.

For many Albertans navigating legal issues, full-service legal representation is simply out of reach. Unbundled legal services—also known as limited scope retainers—offer a flexible and affordable alternative, allowing clients to get legal support where they need it most while maintaining control over their case.

A recent B.C. ruling is the first to consider how pre-conception agreements can be used to resolve disputes in three-parent families.