As every relationship is unique, the support needed will need to be equally unique which is why we start with a free consult to discuss how best to help you. Below are some of the primary areas we offer support with, please see each for more detailed info.
Reduced Legal Fees
Emotional Support
Co-Parenting for Success
Win-Win Outcomes
EPO Support/Guidance
From consulting and strategy development to coaching and support, our comprehensive services can help you achieve your best outcome.
Our Services
Emotional Support
Separation for men can be an incredibly challenging time and our goal is to offer a safe space for men to express their feelings and work through their emotions, with privacy from friends and family should it be desired.
When we are struggling emotionally, everything no matter how minor can seem overwhelming. When you're stuck in a rut, sometimes all you need is a little push. Whether it's filling out paperwork for the Canada Child Benefit, finding new living arrangements or helping you avoid using drugs and alcohol to cope, Softer Landings is there for you.
Reduce Legal Costs
One of the most effective ways to reduce the amount of money you spend on legal costs minimize your time spent meeting with your legal team. To achieve this we plan, take notes and help keep discussion on topic for you during these meetings.
More importantly we can guide you through the do's and don'ts of separation such as;
Selecting good legal representation.
Coaching on when and more importantly what to discuss with your partner to avoid escalating conflict.
How to respond when your partner is the source of conflict.
Challenging you if your actions are counter-productive to your desired outcome.
Co-Parenting for Success
We all want what is best for our children so it's important to remember that once the decision to separate is made, they are now passengers on what can be the hardest journey of our lives. They had received no choice in the matter so its up to us to make the ride as smooth as possible.
Regardless of if it is drafting co-parenting schedules, avoiding conflict during hand offs or managing frustrations when your co-parent is frequently late or making last minute changes, there is no need to reinvent the wheel on your own. Every situation is going to be as unique as the parents and children themselves.
Softer Landings can help walk you through these challenges while ensuring that we are always prioritizing the children first.
Win-Win Solutions:
Separation can be a difficult and emotional process for everyone involved but it is important to understand that achieving win-win outcomes is possible.
This means that both parties are able to walk away from the divorce feeling satisfied with the outcome.
To achieve this, it is crucial to approach the negotiations with an open mind and a willingness to compromise. This may be more challenging than one expects and might involve seeking the assistance of a mediator or other professionals who can help to facilitate communication and guide the process towards a mutually beneficial outcome. By working together and focusing on the bigger picture, it is possible to minimize conflict and achieve a fair and equitable outcome that benefits everyone involved.
Emergency Protection Order (EPO) Support & Guidance
Unfortunately, being the target of an EPO or Emergency Protection Order, falsely obtained to gain an advantage in a separation appears to be on the rise in Alberta and is a very serious matter that needs to be addressed immediately.
There protection orders can disproportionately affect men going through family breakdown by;
Removing the father from his home and children.
Sets the above as the status quo creating an uphill legal/financial battle for the respondent to overcome.
EPOs can show up on background checks impacting ability to secure employment.
If you feel you have been served an EPO without reasonable grounds, please contact us as soon as possible as time is critical.
We offer a free 1-hour no obligation consultation for those having been served an EPO to help explain the process, your rights and assist with finding appropriate representation.