When a marriage or common law relationship ends, questions about money and security often follow. As a trusted spousal support lawyer in Calgary, MM Law helps you understand your rights and obligations and achieve a fair spousal support that reflects your needs and circumstances under Alberta law.
Spousal support is financial support one spouse or partner may be required to pay the other after separation or divorce. Its purpose is to reduce economic hardships, address financial consequences arising from the breakdown of the marriage or adult interdependent relationship, and help both spouses move toward financial independence.
Our team focuses exclusively on family and divorce law. From complex property division to high-conflict parenting matters, we’ve helped thousands of clients achieve fair and lasting outcomes.
Whether through mediation, arbitration, or trial, our lawyers have the experience and tools to advocate and advance your claim for spousal support.
At MM Law, you’re never “just another client.” We take time to understand your story, explain your options clearly, and stand by you from the first consultation to the final resolution.
Whenever possible, we pursue settlement to save time, money, and stress. But if litigation is required, you can count on us to advocate with skill and determination.
Our approach to awarding spousal support considers your specific financial needs, goals, and circumstances, ensuring every decision reflects your future stability.
From your first consultation to finalizing agreements, our team provides clear, step-by-step advice so you always know where you stand.
Whenever possible, we emphasize resolution outside of court. Reducing hostility not only saves time and money but also protects the best interests of the children involved.
When court becomes necessary, you can trust MM Law to advocate with strength and precision. Our team ensures your case is presented effectively to achieve a just outcome.
Calgary spousal support lawyers at MM Law are experienced with high-net-worth cases, addressing significant financial imbalance and complex assets to achieve a fair result.
We help determine whether spousal support amounts should be temporary or ongoing for a reasonable period based on your circumstances.
For clients with fluctuating income or business ownership, we provide strategies to ensure support awards are fair and sustainable.
The duration of spousal support often depends on the length of the relationship. Our lawyers ensure this factor is presented clearly in your case.
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Eligibility depends on the Family Law Act or the Divorce Act. A spouse or common law partner may be eligible if they experienced financial disadvantage or economic hardship due to the breakdown of the marriage or relationship.
The spousal support amount is guided by the Spousal Support Advisory Guidelines, but courts consider various factors such as income, financial needs, and raising children.
Yes. If there is a major change in income or circumstances, the court may allow modifications to existing spousal support orders.
The duration of spousal support depends on the length of the marriage or common law relationship, financial circumstances, and whether the spouse can become self-sufficient within a reasonable period.
If the paying spouse fails to meet their legal obligation, we can help you seek enforcement of your legally binding support order.