Family Law Blog

Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution that allows parties to come to an agreement without going to court. 

Spousal support is a common consideration upon the breakdown of a marriage or cohabitation.

If you have a family law action in the Supreme Court of British Columbia, you will need to attend a mandatory Judicial Case Conference (JCC).

In Alberta, child support is calculated using the Federal Child Support Guidelines. Under these guidelines, a parent's income may be imputed (or assigned) if they are not working or are working below their full earning capacity.

With the cost of living continuing to rise in British Columbia, some separated parents are looking to move with their children for better economic stability.

Domestic violence, or family violence as it is now often called in Canada, is a serious matter which can have severe repercussions for everyone involved, including criminal proceedings in some instances.

Deciding who you want to hire as your family lawyer is one of the most important steps in any separation.

A trial is set and you have unanswered questions and concerns about a case. What can you do? A great way to obtain information in litigation is through an examination for discovery. 

Raising allegations of family violence in a separation or divorce has historically been a risky endeavour. 

You don’t need to wait until you’re older to get a will. There are several life stages where it is a good idea to get one done.