Queer Family Law

Inclusive Legal Support in Queer Family Law Across Alberta

At 587LAWYERS, we are proud to offer knowledgeable, affirming, and inclusive legal services for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and families across Alberta. Queer family law covers a range of legal matters that reflect the unique realities and needs of queer and gender-diverse people, whether forming a family, navigating separation, or protecting parental rights.

Family Law That Reflects Your Reality

We understand that traditional legal frameworks have not always served queer communities equitably. Our team is committed to helping clients assert their rights and access the protections available under Alberta and Canadian family law. We support clients with issues including:

• Parental recognition and declarations for non-biological parents

• Assisted reproduction and surrogacy agreements

• Adoption, including second-parent and step-parent adoptions

• Same-sex and gender-diverse marriage and divorce

• Transgender parenting rights

• Relationship agreements such as cohabitation, prenuptial, or postnuptial contracts

• Protective orders and domestic violence support in queer relationships

We are here to provide clear, accessible legal advice grounded in respect, privacy, and understanding.

Navigating Legal Parenthood and Parental Rights

For many queer families, legal parenthood is not automatic. Whether you’re using assisted reproduction, surrogacy, or adopting, it’s important to ensure all intended parents are legally recognized. We help guide clients through:

• Declarations of parentage under Alberta’s Family Law Act

• Surrogacy contracts that comply with Canadian law

• Adoption processes that reflect the realities of diverse family structures

We ensure that your rights and your child’s best interests are fully protected—today and for the future.

Support Through Relationship Changes

Separation and divorce can be legally complex for queer and trans individuals—particularly when legal recognition of the relationship may have come later than the actual beginning of the partnership. Our legal team ensures:

• Fair division of property, parenting time, and spousal support

• Protection from discrimination or bias in the legal process

• A trauma-informed approach that centers safety and dignity

We also assist with dispute resolution methods that prioritize respect and minimize conflict.

Respectful, Affirming Legal Representation

At 587LAWYERS, we approach queer family law with empathy and cultural competence. We are committed to ongoing learning and advocacy to ensure our services meet the evolving needs of Alberta’s queer communities.

Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation. Whether you’re building your family or navigating a transition, we’re here to support you with knowledge, compassion, and integrity.