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Happy Ending Divorce & Separation — Simple, affordable help
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Happy Ending Divorce & Separation — Simple, affordable help
Desk Divorce or Separation
If you and your spouse agree on how to divide your property, custody and support, you don’t need an expensive courtroom fight. We help couples in Alberta complete the paperwork and administrative steps needed for a straightforward, uncontested divorce — often called a bench divorce or desk divorce — at a fraction of lawyer fees.
How we help (what we do for you)
Our services are focused on accurate paperwork, efficient filing, and clear instructions so your bench/desk divorce proceeds smoothly:
- Complete document preparation — We prepare and file the divorce application, separation agreements, parenting plans, sworn affidavits, and any other standard court forms required for an uncontested divorce in Alberta.
- Household inventory & exhibits — We prepare itemized household inventories (replacement and/or fair-market values) and append exhibits that courts often request for property division.
- Form review & quality check — We review documents for completeness and consistency so there are no avoidable delays at the court.
- Filing guidance — We guide you through filing fees, where to submit documents, and what to expect at each step (including where a judge will sign the order).
- Mediation & arbitration referrals — If you need a mediator or private arbitrator (for example, if one small issue remains), we help arrange it and prepare the documents you’ll need.
- Optional add-ons — Expedited document preparation, certified copies, detailed inventory reports with store/source pricing, or notarization/commissioner services.
- Plain-English support — We explain each form, what to sign, and what documents you must keep for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long does a bench divorce take?
A: Timelines vary by court and caseload. Once all documents are correct and both parties have signed, a bench divorce typically proceeds faster than a contested hearing. We help you move through each administrative step as quickly as the court permits.
Q: What documents will I need?
A: IDs, marriage certificate, separation agreement (if applicable), child and financial information, and the household inventory if property is being divided. We’ll give you a tailored checklist on intake.
Q: We can’t agree on everything — can you still help?
A: If only small outstanding issues remain, mediation or arbitration may resolve them. We can help arrange and document those outcomes. If the matter is highly contested or legally complex, we will recommend you consult a family lawyer.
Q: Are you lawyers?
A: No. We are administrative specialists who prepare and organize court-ready documents. We do not provide legal advice or appear in court on your behalf.
Ready to get started
- Standard Bench/Desk Divorce Package — Document preparation + form review + filing guidance: $1,500.
- Inventory + evidence package — Detailed, room-by-room inventory with replacement costs and store/source pricing: priced per job (ask for a quote).
- A la carte services — Expedited service, certified copies, notarization — available for an additional fee.
(Exact pricing depends on the complexity and optional add-ons. We’ll confirm a firm quote before we start.)Why choose Happy Ending Divorce & Separation?
- We focus on efficiency, clarity and respect — our goal is to help you finish this chapter cleanly and cost-effectively.
- We produce court-ready paperwork that reduces delays.
- We help you avoid unnecessary legal bills when an uncontested resolution is possible.
- We support clients in Alberta with practical, plain-English guidance.
What We Do NOT do.
- We do not provide legal advice, interpret law, or act as your lawyer.
- We do not represent you in court.
- If your separation is contested, involves complex property trusts, pensions, significant business interests, or complicated parenting disputes, you should consult a family lawyer.