Mat Wirove

Mat Wirove

Mat Wirove is an accredited mediator, arbitrator, and senior family lawyer at Crossroads Law. With a background in civil litigation, he combines his compassionate approach and versatile legal experience to skillfully handle a wide-range of family law matters.

A Transparent, Client-Centred Approach

Mat adopts a policy of openness and honesty with his clients, ensuring they are fully informed as their case progresses. He understands that each family law matter is as unique as the families he serves, and takes the time fully understand the issues before developing a tailored resolution strategy.

Comprehensive Family Law Expertise

A client-focused family lawyer, Mat works tirelessly to advance his clients position and work toward a positive outcome for them and their family. When litigation becomes necessary, he effectively applies his experience and litigation skills to advocate for his clients.

Mat can help with a broad range of family law services, including but not limited to:

• Divorce
• Child custody and guardianship
• Parenting issues
• Spousal and child support
• Matrimonial property division
• Prenuptial and cohabitation agreements
• Unjust enrichment
• Child protection
• Restraining orders

Emphasis on Collaborative Dispute Resolution

At the core of Mat's practice is his commitment to helping families reach thoughtful and sustainable agreements that prioritize the best interests of the children involved. He encourages a cost-effective, collaborative approach to dispute resolution, recognizing the therapeutic and educational benefits of alternatives such as mediation and arbitration.

Mat has completed over 100 hours of mediation training and is as a practicing mediator with the Alberta Family Mediation Society. He is also a member of Family Mediation Canada. His experience and knowledge of the family law landscape allows him to provide personalized and creative solutions tailored to the needs of each family. In guiding parties through disputes, Mat’s primary goal is to help them resolve issues with minimal conflict, fostering a cooperative environment that promotes amicable settlements.

Proven Courtroom Experience

Mat has made appearances before all levels of Court in Alberta, from the Alberta Court of Justice and the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta to The Court of Appeal of Alberta, demonstrating his extensive courtroom expertise.

When not in the office, Mat spends his time weightlifting, camping, backpacking, kayaking, and fishing.