Family Law

Family Lawyer in Calgary, Alberta

Family Law

Family Law Expertise That Spans Nations & Cultures

Family law is more than just legal paperwork—it’s about protecting your future, your children, and your peace of mind. At Gigera Law Services, we provide compassionate and results-driven family law services across Calgary (Canada), the United Kingdom, and Nigeria. Our cross-jurisdictional team helps families and individuals navigate even the most complex family legal issues with confidence and dignity.

Whether you’re divorcing, drafting a parenting plan, or facing international family disputes, our legal experts are here to guide you—every step of the way.

What is Family Law? A Deeper Look

Family law encompasses the body of legal statutes and case law that governs familial relationships. These include marriage, divorce, child custody, financial obligations, and domestic protections.

Gigera Law Services is distinctively positioned to handle these complexities. Our family law services cover a wide spectrum of legal issues, with particular sensitivity to cultural values, family structures, and religious contexts in each country.

Family Law in Calgary, Alberta

In Alberta, family law operates under both provincial legislation (Family Law Act) and federal law (Divorce Act, Canada). Here, family law addresses both common-law and married couples, and the legal system emphasizes cooperative parenting and equitable distribution.

Our services in Calgary include:

  • Filing for contested or uncontested divorce

  • Applying for sole or joint custody

  • Securing or adjusting support under federal guidelines

  • Dividing matrimonial property fairly

  • Enforcing emergency protection orders under the Protection Against Family Violence Act

We work directly with Alberta Courts and collaborate with mediators, psychologists, and financial advisors to help clients achieve results that protect their rights and family bonds.

Family Law in the United Kingdom

UK family law, governed by the Children Act 1989, Matrimonial Causes Act 1973, and Family Law Act 1996, seeks to prioritize the welfare of children while ensuring fairness in financial matters.

Our UK-based family law services include:

  • Initiating or defending divorce petitions

  • Financial remedy proceedings

  • Applying for child arrangements orders (residence, contact, shared care)

  • Drafting pre/postnups that comply with fairness standards

  • Filing for non-molestation and occupation orders in domestic abuse cases

We support clients through both amicable settlements and contested family court proceedings, offering both mediation and litigation as required.

Family Law in Nigeria

Family law in Nigeria operates across statutory law, customary law, and Sharia law, depending on the marriage type and jurisdiction. This complexity makes it essential to work with lawyers who understand both legal and cultural nuances.

We assist clients in:

  • Dissolving customary, civil, or religious marriages

  • Handling child custody and maintenance disputes

  • Protecting victims under the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act

  • Navigating family property and inheritance conflicts

  • Resolving international family matters involving Nigerian nationals abroad

Our Full Suite of Family Law Services

Divorce & Legal Separation

Guiding clients through fault and no-fault divorces, legal separations, and annulments with emotional intelligence and legal strength.

Divorce & Legal Separation

Spousal Support/Alimony

Advocating for or defending against spousal maintenance based on earning capacity, need, duration of marriage, and lifestyle.

Spousal Support/Alimony

Domestic Violence Protection

Securing urgent protection orders and safety plans for victims of physical, emotional, and economic abuse.

Domestic Violence Protection

Child Custody & Parenting Arrangements

Creating balanced, court-approved parenting plans that reflect the child’s best interests and the parents’ roles and responsibilities.

Child Custody & Parenting Arrangements

Division of Family Property

Ensuring equitable division of matrimonial property, assets, pensions, debts, and business interests.

Division of Family Property

Mediation & Dispute Resolution

Offering non-adversarial, cost-effective solutions that preserve relationships and minimize court battles.

Mediation & Dispute Resolution

Child Support

Calculating and enforcing child support obligations based on jurisdictional guidelines, while ensuring fairness and accuracy.

Child Support

Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

Drafting customized agreements that clarify financial rights and responsibilities before or after marriage.

Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

International Family Law Issues

Addressing complex cross-border matters such as relocation, abduction, multi-jurisdictional custody, and foreign divorce recognition.

International Family Law Issues

Why Choose Gigera Law Services as Your Calgary Immigration Lawyer?

Licensed Across Calgary, UK, and Nigeria

Few firms match our international capabilities and cross-jurisdictional experience.

Proven Legal Experience

With years of trial and negotiation success, we bring results—not just promises.

Human-Centered Legal Support

We treat your story with the empathy, discretion, and dignity it deserves.

Multicultural Understanding

We understand diverse family values, traditions, and sensitivities, giving us an edge in multicultural representation.

If you encounter any legal issues, we are here to help.