Navigating Family Law
The Essential Guide to Grandparents' Rights in Alberta
A grandparent’s love is like no other, a unique and irreplaceable bond in a child's life. But what happens when circumstances change, and grandparents find themselves questioning their legal standing in their grandchildren's lives?
Understanding the Hague Convention & Child Abduction
The abduction of a child is a nightmare for any parent. When such a tragedy occurs across international borders, the complexities of legal jurisdiction and cultural differences can further exacerbate the anguish.
When Child Support Feels Overwhelming: Understanding Undue Hardship in Canada
In Canada, parents have a legal obligation to financially support their children, even after a divorce or separation.
What Should I be Thinking About When I Make a Will?
A Last Will and Testament is a legal document that outlines your intentions in the event of your death, setting out what happens to your assets and how they will be allocated to your chosen beneficiaries.
What Happens When Someone Dies Without a Will?
The passing of a loved one is always a difficult and emotional time. If a loved one passes without a valid will in place, the difficulty experienced by the family is often increased.
Crossroads Law Continues Ranked as One of The Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies in BC
Crossroads Law is proud to announce that we have again been recognized as one of the Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies in British Columbia by Business in Vancouver for 2023.
The Unequal Division of Family Property: Significant Unfairness in BC Family Law
In family law, the division of property is often a complex and contentious issue. The objective is to ensure a fair and equitable distribution of assets between spouses or partners upon separation or divorce.
Time Limitation Periods for when a Marriage-Like Relationship Ends in BC
While marriage continues to be the most common form of union in Canada, a growing number of Canadians are opting for common-law or ‘marriage-like’ relationships instead.
Signed but set aside: getting out of a separation agreement or prenuptial agreement in BC
In family law matters in BC contracts between spouses can be overturned by a judge if they are found to be unfair.
Crossroads Law named an Excellence Awardee for Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2023 Canadian Law Awards
We are thrilled to share that Crossroads Law was nominated for the prestigious "Family Law Firm of the Year" award at the 2023 Canadian Law Awards.