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What is the Difference Between Paralegals and Lawyers?
We sometimes hear that hiring a paralegal is better than hiring a lawyer because the paralegal ...
Big Changes Coming for Unmarried Couples and Their Property!
There are big changes coming to property owned by unmarried couples on January 1, 2020. Currently ...
If I Win my Court Case, Will My Opponent Have to Pay My Legal Fees?
Clients and potential clients often ask whether or not they will have their legal costs paid ...
What is Appropriate Court Etiquette in the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench?
Clients in the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench may not sit at the counsel table with ...
Behind the Curtain: Crafting a Witness List for a Family Law Trial
There is a true art to preparing a witness list for your family law trial. There ...
Smith & Little LLP Unplugged the Fax Machine – The End of an Era
Recently, we took the bold step of cancelling our fax service. This is a big deal ...
Should I Come to Court with My Lawyer?
We are often asked whether our clients must come to court for their court date and ...
Three Ways To Check Out A Lawyer Before Hiring Them
1. Read Their Reviews and Testimonials Most lawyers are now listed on Google and have a ...
New Program: Early Intervention Case Conference
In the fall of 2018, the Court of Queen’s Bench of Alberta introduced a new program ...
Downtown Lawyers – Why You Want to Pay to Park
We have heard from some clients who prefer to hire a lawyer in their local neighbourhood. ...
Working Efficiently With Your Divorce Lawyer
Dealing with a separation or divorce can be extremely stressful. Your working relationship with your lawyer ...
Should I DIY my Divorce?
In a world where legal information seems to be everywhere and the internet is chock full ...
The Problem with Last Minute Legal Advice
The best lawyers and the most effective lawyers are those who are well prepared and have ...
Lawyers are not “One-Size-Fits-All”: How to Pick the Right Lawyer for You
Lawyers are people too and we all have different personalities, backgrounds, education and experience levels that ...
Choosing an Experienced Family Law Lawyer
When choosing a family law lawyer to assist you with your separation, your divorce, parenting or ...
When Should I Talk to a Lawyer?
Perhaps not surprisingly it is advisable to seek legal advice as soon as you are aware ...
The Risk of Cohabitation
It is commonly acknowledged that cohabitation is on the rise. More and more couples are choosing ...
The Risk of Cohabitation
It is commonly acknowledged that cohabitation is on the rise. More and more couples are choosing ...