Stephanie Dobson - Collaborative Divorce Lawyer & Mediator

Stephanie Dobson - Collaborative Divorce Lawyer & Mediator Collaborative Lawyer, Mediator, online educator, who helps families thrive post-divorce or separation We look forward to serving your family.

Henka Divorce Law & Mediation is a boutique family law and mediation firm with a focus on helping families thrive. Whether going through transition to separation, divorce, or cohabitation, we strive to find a meaningful and fair resolution for all. Although based in Lloydminster, Alberta, we provide remote and in-person legal and mediation services for clients throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan.

We offer a caring, results-focused approach to help growth-minded, coachable parents navigate a family separation (or cohabitation) while they connect with and support their children. With our extensive knowledge of matrimonial law, exclusive parent-learning resources, and an expert family support network, we empower our clients to write a new family story based on developing lifelong, peaceful, positive, and thriving relationships.

Neither parent gets to unilaterally decide the schedule. Parenting time is something that needs to be negotiated.The soo...
06/18/2026

Neither parent gets to unilaterally decide the schedule. Parenting time is something that needs to be negotiated.

The sooner parents can work together to agree on a schedule, the better. Otherwise, a judge may have to decide.

When creating a parenting plan, factors such as work schedules, school and activities, holidays, and the children’s developmental stages are all considered. The goal is to create something that works for the whole family.

06/16/2026

Even in difficult seasons, there is strength in how you respond and move forward. Change does not define you, but how you navigate it can shape what comes next.

A lot of people wait too long to get guidance.By the time they reach out, decisions have already been made, emotions are...
06/11/2026

A lot of people wait too long to get guidance.

By the time they reach out, decisions have already been made, emotions are high, and things feel harder than they need to.

Getting support earlier doesn’t mean you’re rushing the process. It means you’re doing it more intentionally.

If this feels harder than you expected, that’s normal.Most people are navigating separation for the first time. There’s ...
06/09/2026

If this feels harder than you expected, that’s normal.

Most people are navigating separation for the first time. There’s no roadmap, and no one gets it perfect.

You’re allowed to figure it out as you go.

To get a divorce, you need to show a breakdown of the relationship. This is most commonly done by living separately and ...
06/04/2026

To get a divorce, you need to show a breakdown of the relationship. This is most commonly done by living separately and apart for one year.

There are exceptions, such as adultery or mental or physical cruelty, but most divorces rely on the one-year separation period.

In many cases, the legal and financial issues are resolved during that year. If you go through mediation, those discussions can often be completed in a few months, with the remainder of the time being the waiting period.

Summer schedules can expose gaps in co-parenting plans really quickly.One parent assumes vacation time. The other has al...
06/02/2026

Summer schedules can expose gaps in co-parenting plans really quickly.

One parent assumes vacation time. The other has already booked something. Kids get caught in the middle.

We see this happen all the time.

The fix is simple but uncomfortable. Talk early. Be clear. Put it in writing.

Have you already talked about summer schedules?

06/01/2026

June is a natural reset point. School routines shift, schedules change, and families move into a different rhythm.

Separation can feel similar. Things don’t always go as planned, and sometimes you need to pause, adjust, and reset what is working and what is not.

Resetting is not starting over. It is choosing to move forward in a way that works better.

What feels like it needs a reset right now?

Change can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to make important decisions at the same time.It is okay to ...
05/28/2026

Change can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to make important decisions at the same time.

It is okay to take things one step at a time. Not every answer needs to come all at once, and not every decision needs to be made under pressure.

What matters most is moving forward in a way that feels thoughtful, steady, and right for your family.

Mediation offers families a way to work through separation in a more respectful and structured way.Instead of turning to...
05/26/2026

Mediation offers families a way to work through separation in a more respectful and structured way.

Instead of turning to the court process, mediation focuses on open communication, guided discussions, and finding solutions that work for both parties. This approach can help reduce conflict and create more sustainable outcomes.

For many families, it provides a path forward that feels more balanced and manageable.

05/25/2026

Endings are rarely easy, but they often create space for something new to take shape. Take a moment to reflect on what new beginning might be forming for you.

Address

4104 50 Avenue
Lloydminster, SK
T9V0V8

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 2pm

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+17808088084

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