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This program is for parties in Calgary who want to resolve a child support dispute before going to court.
The Dispute Resolution Officer (DRO) Program is mandatory for all applications for child support in the Calgary Court of Queen’s Bench. If both parties agree, DRO meetings are also available on a voluntary basis for applications for child support made in the Provincial Court.
You’ll meet with an officer for a one hour appointment. The officer is a family lawyer who will calculate child support amounts and help you to resolve your child support dispute.
If you and the other party reach an agreement, a Consent Order can be typed up for you to sign and then be reviewed by a judge, without you having to go to court.
If you're concerned for your safety, please inform staff at the time of booking.
If you haven’t already included these in your court documents, bring your:
Make sure the other party knows about the meeting and that they have to provide financial documents.
If you have a lawyer, you may ask them to attend with you.
You can schedule a DRO appointment by contacting the Calgary Courts Centre.
Appointments are available in the morning or afternoon. On your appointment day, arrive 10 to 15 minutes early.
For more information or to book an appointment, contact the Calgary Courts Centre.
8:15 am – 4:00 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Suite 706-S, Calgary Courts Centre
601 5th Street SW
Calgary, Alberta T2P 5P7
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