How to Beat Burglary Charges – Breaking and Entering Criminal Defence
Here on our Legal Wire Blog, we’ve previously covered theft charges, as well as shoplifting charges – one of the most common theft charges. Another common form of theft is…
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What to Expect from an Adoption Hearing
You’ve wept tears of joy and of frustration. You’ve put in the time – probably years – and effort, and of course, money. And now you’re in the home stretch.…
Restraining Order vs. Protection Order – What’s the Difference?
You’ve probably heard of a restraining order before. They’re commonly understood to be a way to legally stop someone from interacting with you or coming near you. As you could…
International Adoption in BC
International adoption is a bit more complicated than adoption from within Canada, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Quite the opposite, in fact, since from 1999 to 2009, nearly 21,000…
Testamentary Guardianship – What Happens After a Child’s Parents Die
Testamentary Guardianship Nobody wants to think about their own inevitable death, but as a parent, it’s probably something that frequently crosses your mind: What will happen to the kids if…
How to Adopt a Family Member in BC
Many of our family law clients have come to us looking to adopt a member of their family. Be it your stepchild, niece or nephew, or a younger sibling, it…
IRCC News Release: Government of Canada expands settlement services for newcomers in the Prairies
May 12, 2022—Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan—Newcomers to Canada play a crucial role in our country’s future and our economic recovery from the pandemic. They enrich our communities, and they work every…
Adoption for LGBTQ Couples in BC
Our wonderful nation has been at the forefront of LGBTQ rights for some time now. In fact, Canada was the first country outside of Europe to federally legalize same-sex marriages…
Biggest Custody Battle Mistakes – 10 Things to NOT do in Family Court
There are lots of articles and lists out there telling you what you should do in divorce court, how you should behave, and things that can help you get an…
Can You Drive High in BC? – Canada’s Cannabis Driving Limit
While it has been legal to smoke cannabis in Canada for some time now, there are some exceptions to this rule. Like alcohol, there are many situations where it’s not just…