What Should You Do Before Telling Your Spouse You Want a Divorce in Alberta?
Deciding to tell your spouse that you want a divorce can bring legal, financial, parenting,
Alberta’s 2026 Court of King’s Bench Family Law Process
The Impact of Online Filing on Family Law Timelines and Costs I have personally observed
Understanding Insurance Recovery After Judgment: Key Takeaways From Tragger v. Intact Insurance Company (2025 ABKB 678)
By Paul Barrette, Managing Partner, Prowse Barrette LLP When a party obtains a judgment for
7 Things you Should Include in an Employment Contract
Learn the key elements every employment contract should include, from job details to confidentiality clauses.
Take Action: Protect Your Intellectual Property
When your brand, design, or original work is used without permission, it’s critical to act
Legal Excellence in Action: Where Strategy Meets Results
At Prowse Barrette LLP, our approach is built on deep legal insight, strategic thinking, and
I Am Considering Separating From My Partner – What Next?
In 2025, with smartphones and ChatGPT at our fingertips, rates of divorce and separation continue
Your First Moves Matter: Navigating Disputes with Strategy
Disputes can arise when least expected—between business partners, in a contract, or in personal matters.
Lessons from the Lischuk Wrongful Dismissal Case: Q&A with Phil Prowse
Senior Partner Philip Prowse discusses the landmark Alberta decision awarding 26 months’ notice in a
Resolving Workplace Disputes
Workplace disputes are never simple. Whether you’re an employee facing unfair treatment or an employer
Legal Excellence in Action: Guidance in Estate Litigation
At Prowse Barrette LLP, we understand that estate disputes can be both complex and emotionally
Build It Right: Legal Strategies to Protect Your Construction Project
Construction projects are fast-paced, high-pressure, and full of moving parts. Whether you are a contractor,
Exceptional Circumstances: Alberta Court Awards 26-Month Notice in Landmark Wrongful Dismissal Case
Discover how Prowse Barrette LLP helped set a new precedent in Alberta wrongful dismissal law
Secure Financing with the Right Legal Strategy
The right financing can drive growth, but only with the right legal structure in place.
Termination “Without Cause”. What Does it Mean in Alberta?
Learn your rights after termination in Alberta, including ‘with cause’ vs. ‘without cause,’ notice requirements,
Separation Support and Parenting After Divorce: Practical Legal Guidance
Get practical legal support for divorce, custody, and co-parenting. Prowse Barrette LLP helps you protect
What is a Fair Amount for Spousal or Partner Support?
When couples separate, one household becomes two, and spousal or partner support helps lessen the
Build With Confidence: Legal Essentials for Growing Your Business
Whether you're launching a startup, expanding operations, or restructuring a long-standing company, the legal decisions
What Are Some Alternatives to Family Court Processes?
Family lawyers often help clients explore alternatives to court, such as Collaborative Family Law and
Legal Excellence in Action: Trusted Legal Support
When it comes to legal matters, having the right expertise can make all the difference.
Protect What’s Yours: How Trademarks Safeguard Your Brand
Your brand is more than just a logo or a name. It’s your reputation, identity,
Early Days: Where Big Ideas Take Their First Steps
Have you ever wondered what it takes to turn a simple idea into a thriving
I Need to Change the Amount of Monthly Support I Pay for My Child – What Can I Do?
Changes in income, employment, or personal circumstances can make it difficult for parents to maintain
Alternative Dispute Resolution: Efficient, Private, and Practical
Not every legal conflict needs to end up in a courtroom. In many cases, Alternative
Protect What You’ve Built: Legal Essentials for Hospitality Owners
At Prowse Barrette LLP, we understand the fast-paced, high-pressure world of restaurants, hotels, and entertainment
Divorce, Custody, Property: Planning Through Uncertainty
Whether you’re facing a divorce, a custody dispute, or property division, having the right guidance
Secure Your Legacy: 4 Key Steps to Protect What Matters Most
What would happen to your family if the unexpected were to occur? Without a will
Looking for Guidance with Divorce or Custody Matters? Here’s How We Can Help
Whether you're navigating a divorce, determining custody arrangements, or dividing property, Prowse Barrette LLP is
Facing Expropriation or Surface Rights Issues? Understand Your Rights
Having your property expropriated or facing surface rights issues can be deeply unsettling, leaving you
Family Lawyer: What Can They Do For You?
Although you may have plans of pursuing a divorce, consulting a family lawyer first may