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04/03/2025

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12/04/2024

Good day!

It has been a short while since we updated.
This is another reminder of how life can happen in big ways. I am recovering from major surgery and will only be accepting online and phone appointments, the only exception being for commissioning services.

With the new year fast approaching, take stock of any situational changes that could affect your estate, health, and living decisions moving forward. Do these changes need to be reflected in your documentation?

Are you finally ready to put your affairs in order and do up your first Will?

Please contact Gaston Legal Document Services

Send a message to learn more

09/26/2024

One of the things I hear most often is "I think I need to call the labor board."

Google the labor board, Alberta.

You will see multiple links for help for EMPLOYERS. Employers with HR issues that need to be solved. Solved, aka, pesky employee removal.

The labor board is run by corporations and bosses. The site itself, in a very small print-off on the side, tells you that it is independently run and uses its own interpretation of employment law. An interpretation that is deliberately skewed to side with the employer.
They are not there to help the employee.

When you make a complaint about an employer, the board calls your employer and walks them through the steps of how to shut you up and fire you and how they can "fix" any documentation, so the employers are found to be compliant.

The board is not a government agency, they run under the auspice of a government entity but are only under very loose oversight.

You have other options, options that fight for you.

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09/16/2024

There seems to be some confusion or misunderstanding regarding labor law.

From severance pay, overtime pay, employee v. contract, and salary v. hourly to constructive dismissal, these issues can be frustrating, especially when employers do not want you to understand or are deliberately misleading.
The labor board is not always your friend, and more often than not will actually walk an employer through the steps on how to get rid of an employee who has not necessarily done anything outside of their rights.

How do you protect yourself?

with knowledge and understanding.

Gaston legal document services can help you understand the processes, how common law is in addition to labor law, the different avenues at your disposal and give you the power of understanding to protect yourself!

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08/29/2024

Wanting to apply for a passport but you don't have a guarantor?

Our Commissioner of Oaths can help!

Contact us today

08/29/2024

Child support can be a very polarizing subject.
It is not for the benefit of the parent who is to receive it, nor to punish the parent who has to pay it, but for the benefit of the child.

Do you know about the recalculation program?
Do you know about the enforcement program?
Are you following the requirements set out by a judge or is it an agreement that you came to together?

Whether or not you are the payor or payee, circumstances change, and can do so very quickly, do you know what your options are and how to go about executing them?

Not everyone can afford a lawyer and needs support when doing things on their own.

Gaston Legal Document Services can provide you with this support, from explaining court documents and processes to providing you with options for your situation. You do not have to navigate this alone.

08/19/2024

I was reminded this past week how important it is to UNDERSTAND the paperwork you need and EXACTLY what it means.

There is a difference between the power of attorney for a will and the power of attorney for your finances while alive.

They are NOT the same thing.

Having directions for your burial wishes is just that - wishes
Even if you state what you want done with your body once you have passed, those directions are not required to be followed.

There are many, many things that need to be explained clearly and in plain language.

ASK THE QUESTIONS - Do not feel that you are unable to ask anything that you do not understand. Ask more than once, ask until you are clear on what you want, what you need, and what you can have.

07/31/2024

PARENTING AFTER SEPARATION/DIVORCE

When looking to create your own parenting after separation agreement, it is imperative that you follow a model of "what is best for the child" - not what is best for the parent, a hard thing to do in most cases.

There are legal requirements from the court that you must meet in order for an agreement to be implemented and binding.

Gaston Legal Document Services can take you through this, step by step while providing you access to mediation and counseling services where appropriate.

There have been some monumental changes over the last several years in regard to how the court views child custody. There are several misconceptions when it comes to this topic.

It is no longer considered child access; it is parenting time:
When it comes to children, everything considered by the court is what is best for the child and what is most beneficial for the child, the court views it as unfavorable when a parent/s forgets this.

There is a very distinct difference between child support and parenting time:
They are two separate issues. Even 50-50 parenting time can still have support requirements, with many things to consider, from health benefits to multiple Section 7 expenses.

It is always best practice to keep things out of the courtroom as much as possible and keep the decision-making process and outcomes in your control over a judge.

Contact us today for an appointment.

07/29/2024

Pet owners undoubtedly love their pets and often see them as a member of the family.

What happens if that family faces major changes? Who retains ownership of the pet?

In Alberta, pets are still considered chattel by the court system. Meaning that the life and care of the animal means almost nothing compared to who has a better legal claim of ownership.

This can be heartbreaking.

Having an agreement in place regarding your pets, from a document specifically for this or an addition to your AIP agreement or your will, puts the love and care back into the life of a precious member of the family.

Gaston Legal Document Services can provide this peace of mind for you and your beloved pet.

07/29/2024

When Do You Need a Commissioner for Oaths?

A commissioner for oaths is needed in various situations where legal affirmations, declarations, and affidavits are required. In legal proceedings, affidavits used as evidence or for procedural matters may require a commissioner’s signature to verify the documents’ legitimacy.

In government documentation, immigration, citizenship, and visa applications often require verification of identity and the accuracy of statements made. Corporate transactions may involve affidavits or declarations to confirm parties have reviewed and accepted terms, while shareholders and partners may formalize their involvement through declarations.

In wills and estate matters, affidavits of ex*****on confirm the validity of wills, and probate applications verify executor claims. In these and other instances, a commissioner helps ensure accountability and integrity in legal documentation.

If you are unsure whether you need a commissioner for oaths or a notary public, contact Gaston Legal Document Services today. We are authorized commissioners of oaths. We will guide you on everything you need to ensure your documents comply with all legal requirements and provide the necessary services, whether witnessing signatures of original documents or taking affidavits. Get complete peace of mind that your documents are in order.

07/25/2024

Our hearts and thoughts are with Jasper and anyone effected by this tragic wild fire season!!

07/24/2024

Do you want or need a passport but do not have a Guarantor?

Gaston Legal Document Services offers Commissioner of Oaths services, available after hours and on weekends as needed.