How to Move with your Children - BC Family Law Act
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.
The family lawyers from Crossroads Law located in Vancouver BC and Calgary AB have a client centred approach to help you successfully navigate the family law system. Our experienced family and divorce lawyers author these blogs to provide you insight and to help you through this challenging time.
Publications Categorized "Divorce and Separation"
Separating from an abusive partner: fighting DARVO tactics
Raising allegations of family violence in a separation or divorce has historically been a risky endeavour.
I Want To Separate, Now What?
If you’re contemplating separating from your partner, it’s a good idea to get some legal advice prior to making any big decisions.
Can my child testify in our family law proceeding?
Sometimes in high conflict parenting disputes, one of the parents would like the child(ren) to provide evidence to the court.
My Divorce is Complete, Now What?
Once your divorce is complete, the bulk of your involvement with the legal system should be over.
Moving With Your Child – What You Should Know About Relocation After Separation
A common step to take after separation is to move away from your former partner.
What To Do If a Child Resists a Parent
A significant issue we see when parents are divorcing, or separating is that their child(ren) begins to resist access and parenting time with one of the parents.
What is an Affidavit and What is it Used For?
An affidavit is a document frequently prepared in litigation to provide evidence regarding the matter being determined.
What is the Tort of Family Violence? A New Remedy for Victims of Domestic Violence
In an unexpected and precedent setting case out of Ontario, a self-represented victim of domestic violence was awarded $150,000 for the violence she suffered during her marriage.
How to Get Exclusive Occupancy of the Family Home After Separating in BC
Determining who remains in the family home after separation is frequently an issue for spouses who are in the process of divorce or separation.
Getting Rid of Your Ex’s Stuff and the Liability of Doing So Upon Relationship Breakdown
Often when individuals are in the midst of a relationship breakdown, or are growing weary of a protracted separation, they can make impulsive decisions about the shared and/or personal property of their ex-partner that is in their possession.
Mediation Checklist for Divorce
In real estate, it’s ‘location, location, location’. In divorce mediation, it’s ‘preparation, preparation, preparation’.
What is Parental Alienation and How Do You Assess It?
A family breakdown can cause a child to reject a parent while developing strong alignment with the other parent following separation.
Six Essential Tips When Divorcing a Narcissist
Divorcing a narcissist can be very difficult as the process can become highly conflictual even if you are attempting to settle outside of court.
What are the different ways to settle a Divorce?
There are essentially two ways to resolve all matters between spouses: reaching an agreement, or having a decision imposed by a third party.
The Protection Order: What is it and How Does it Work?
Individuals subject to family violence in a family law case often seek a Protection Order from the court.
Expert Witnesses for Children with Special Needs
At Crossroads Law, we have represented many families who have children with special needs. Parents who are separated often encounter disputes about parenting time and child support.
Someone told me I need Independent Legal Advice: What is ILA?
One of the most important pieces of a separation is ensuring you understand your rights under the law and then determining how you want those rights to apply to your specific circumstances.
Pets are just property in the eyes of the law
While the law is continuously evolving, pets are still considered property in the eyes of the law.
Does my spouse have a right to my pension?
Across provinces, Canadian family law legislation interprets “property” to include real and personal property, including all interests in that property, contingent or vested.
The information contained in this blog is not legal advice and should not be construed as legal advice on any subject. The information provided in this blog is for informational purposes only.