How to File for Divorce in Alberta: A Step by Step Guide
How to file for divorce in Alberta: grounds, residency rules, the Statement of Claim, serving your spouse, desk divorce packages, timelines, and costs.
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A Corporate & Tax Background, Applied to Family Law
Most family lawyers have never run a business, valued a company, or structured a tax-efficient deal. Before practising law, William Aadil Musani spent a decade as a business executive, and today he applies that experience, alongside a background in corporate law, tax, and M&A, to every case. For Calgary business owners and professionals facing a financially complex divorce, it’s a decisive advantage when companies, corporate assets, and significant wealth are on the table.
From corporate asset division and property disputes to spousal support and custody, you get strategy built on how your finances actually work, not guesswork. Cunningham Family Law is a Calgary divorce and family law firm serving clients across Alberta.
Who We Help
Trusted for Financially Complex Separations
Business Owners & Incorporated Professionals
Protecting operating companies, holding companies, professional corporations and retained earnings through careful valuation and tax-efficient division.
Corporate Asset Division →Protecting What You’ve Built
Corporate holdings, property, pensions and investments, handled with discretion and strategy, so the wealth you’ve worked for stays intact.
Complex Divorce →Professionals Facing Complex Support
Strategic spousal and child support where income runs through corporations, dividends, bonuses or variable compensation.
Spousal Support →Client Reviews
What Our Calgary Clients Say
How It Works
A Clear Path Forward
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Reach Out Confidentially
Send a secure message or call. Everything you share is private and confidential.
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Confidential Strategy Session
We review your situation, assets and goals, then map the strongest path forward for your circumstances.
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A Clear, Strategic Plan
You leave knowing your options, likely outcomes and next steps, with a lawyer who understands complex finances.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a divorce cost in Calgary?
Costs range from roughly $1,500 to $3,000 for a simple uncontested desk divorce to $25,000 or more for financially complex, high-net-worth cases. The main drivers are the level of conflict and the complexity of your finances. Read the full cost breakdown →
How long does a divorce take in Alberta?
An uncontested divorce is often finalized within a few months, while contested or financially complex matters can take a year or more. Being organized and well-advised early shortens the timeline. More on divorce timelines →
How is a business valued in an Alberta divorce?
Business interests are typically valued using fair market value, goodwill analysis, cash-flow review and normalization of income. Corporate, tax and valuation expertise is essential to protect your interests. How business valuation works →
Will my consultation be confidential?
Yes. Every consultation, and everything you share in it, is treated as strictly confidential. In-person and virtual consultations are available.
Do I need a lawyer if our divorce is uncontested?
Even an uncontested divorce benefits from legal review to ensure the agreement is fair, enforceable and complete, especially where property, support or business assets are involved. About uncontested divorce →
Areas of Practice
Calgary Family Law Services
Dispute Resolution
Insights
Guidance for Complex Divorce
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Consultations are a flat fee of $400 plus GST.
We also offer flat-fee independent legal advice.
In-person and virtual consultations available.
Prefer email? Reach us directly at info@cunninghamfamilylaw.com.