How to Obtain an Emergency Custody Order
When a child’s safety and well-being are at risk, immediate action is necessary to ensure their protection. In situations where there is a genuine concern for a child’s welfare, an…
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What is a Separation Agreement?
In British Columbia, a separation agreement is a legally binding contract that outlines the terms and conditions agreed upon by separating or divorcing spouses or partners. It is used to…
The Difference between Separation and Divorce
Separation and divorce are two significant concepts in family law, but they are often misunderstood to mean the same thing. So what is the difference between separation and divorce? If…
Do Mothers Have More Rights Than Fathers in Canada?
In Canada, both mothers and fathers have the same legal rights and responsibilities with respect to their children. Under Canadian law, both parents have a duty to support their children…
Should Divorced Parents Do Christmas Together?
Ahhh…it’s the holiday season; Christmas is here and it’s the time for family cheer! However, if you’re divorced and sharing or co-parenting your children with your former spouse, things can…
How School Decisions Work with Joint Custody
Joint custody school decisions are often the most polarizing decisions divorced or separated couples have to make. If you have joint custody or 50/50 custody, it may be difficult to…
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.…
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…
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…