Family Law
Family law, with clarity about what comes next.
Family circumstances can change in ways that feel difficult to navigate. You can explore what is relevant to you here, at your own pace, and decide for yourself whether to get in touch.
Before you read further
You are in control of what you read here.
People come to family law matters from very different places. Some have already made decisions. Many have not, and are simply trying to understand what their options might be.
This page is arranged so you can open only what is relevant to you. Nothing here asks you to explain your situation, and reading it does not commit you to anything.
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Start where it makes sense
What would you like help understanding?
You don’t need to read everything. Open only the topics that feel relevant to your situation — the rest will still be here if you need them later.
Start with what feels most relevant. You can explore these topics at your own pace.Family Law
Separation & Divorce
Separation and divorce involve several separate decisions, and they don’t all need to be made at once.
You may want to understand
- How separation and divorce differ
- Arrangements for children
- How property and finances are considered
Detailed information for this topic is being prepared for client review.
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Parenting Arrangements
Parenting arrangements cover where children live, how time is shared and how decisions about their care are made.
You may want to understand
- Parenting arrangements
- Decision-making responsibilities
- Changes to existing arrangements
Detailed information for this topic is being prepared for client review.
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Financial Support
Support questions usually fall into two areas: support for children, and support between former partners.
You may want to understand
- Child support
- Spousal support
- Information usually needed
Detailed information for this topic is being prepared for client review.
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Property & Family Property
Questions about a shared home or other property often arise alongside family changes.
You may want to understand
- The family home
- Dividing property
- Buying, selling or refinancing
Detailed information for this topic is being prepared for client review.
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Safety & Family Violence
If safety is a concern for you or your children, it can affect both the options available and how a matter is approached.
You may want to understand
- Safety as a legal consideration
- What you need to share — and what you don’t
- External support resources
Detailed information for this topic is being prepared for client review.
Family Law
Foreclosure
Foreclosure can arise alongside a family or property matter, and it has its own timelines and considerations.
You may want to understand
- Where foreclosure fits with a family matter
- The property side of a foreclosure
- Understanding what stage a matter is at
Detailed information for this topic is being prepared for client review.
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Other Family Matters
Not every family matter fits neatly into a category. If your situation looks different, it can still be explored.
You may want to understand
- Matters not listed here
- Where to begin
- Talking it through first
Detailed information for this topic is being prepared for client review.
Not sure where to start?
You don’t need to identify the right legal category before contacting us. You can begin by telling us what you need help understanding.
A predictable next step
What happens when you contact DAL?
No surprises. Here is exactly what follows once you get in touch, and where each decision sits.
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You Reach Out
Share as much or as little as you’re comfortable with — enough for us to understand your inquiry.
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We Listen
The team reads your inquiry properly and considers what kind of support it calls for.
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We Clarify Your Options
Where DAL can assist, we explain the available options, what each involves and what to expect.
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You Choose How to Proceed
The decision stays with you. You can take time, ask more questions, or decide not to continue.
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You do not need to describe personal or traumatic experiences in order to contact us. A short summary is enough for us to understand your inquiry and explain what would happen next.
Information you send through our form is received and handled according to DAL’s privacy procedures. If safety is a factor for you, you can tell us that without going into detail.
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DAL is a law firm and is not a crisis service. These are independent services.
Support beyond the legal matter
Legal support is one part of the journey.
A legal matter may be only one part of what is happening in someone’s life. Through Richardson Collaborative, clients can access a directory of community resources throughout Greater Moncton and Southeastern New Brunswick — including family services, mental health and addictions support, housing and food resources, safety services, Indigenous and newcomer supports and government programs.
Find Community & Family SupportTalk to us when you’re ready.
There is no pressure to decide anything today. When you want to understand your options, we’ll explain them clearly.