Family Mediation
Family law disputes are often emotional, but they are still governed by legal rules — including rules about how parties are expected to behave during litigation. One
May 15, 2026
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Calgary Mediation Services
Insights on Family Mediation and Conflict Resolution in Calgary
Stay informed with the latest articles from Calgary Mediation Services, a division of Shim Law. Our blog covers everything from family mediation and arbitration to parenting plans, conflict resolution strategies, and Alberta’s mediation laws. Explore expert insights designed to help families find clarity, fairness, and lasting peace through the mediation process.
Family Mediation
Imagine two former partners. They once built a life or a business together, but now they’re fighting — over the house, the company, or parenting
April 13, 2026
Family Mediation
What is the concept of the Friendly Parent in child-parenting disputes? In today’s Family Law Blog, senior family lawyer Peter Graburn explains this key principle
April 13, 2026
Family Mediation
Introduction: When parents separate, reaching agreement on parenting arrangements is often one of the most difficult aspects of the process. Emotions run high, communication may
February 25, 2026
Conflict Resolution & Communication
Introduction: When parents separate, one of the most difficult questions is how, and to what extent, children should be heard in decisions about parenting and
February 24, 2026
Conflict Resolution & Communication
Introduction: Breakdown of family relationships can be hard, not only on separating spouses but especially on their children. Difficult issues must be resolved regarding parenting,
February 4, 2026
Conflict Resolution & Communication
Introduction: Family Mediation Settlement Privilege raises an important question in family law: when, if ever, can discussions or agreements arising from mediation be disclosed in
January 28, 2026
Conflict Resolution & Communication
Introduction: Managing High Conflict Family Law is today’s topic by Peter Graburn, senior family lawyer at Shim Law. Many experts believe that the single most
January 21, 2026
Conflict Resolution & Communication
Introduction: High Income Support: Do the Guidelines apply? We are asked this question frequently. Peter Graburn, one of our team of high net worth Calgary
January 14, 2026
Arbitration Insights
Introduction: Collaborative Family Law is an increasingly used approach to resolving separation and divorce matters in Alberta. In today’s blog, Peter Graburn, senior family lawyer
January 7, 2026