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Common Mistakes to Avoid in a Divorce

Divorce is a challenging and emotionally charged process that requires careful consideration and strategic decision-making. In British Columbia, understanding the legal landscape and avoiding common mistakes can help you navigate…
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How Visitation Works in BC

Especially as your kids get older, visitation is never as simple as sticking to a schedule. It’s totally normal for a non-custodial parent to have specific wishes for visitation rights.…
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What is a Post-Judgment Modification?

If you’re looking to make some sort of change to your divorce agreement, you’ll likely need what is known as a post-judgement modification. In British Columbia, a post-judgment modification lets…
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How to Navigate LGBT Divorce

A lot of discussion about divorce tends to be hetero-normative, despite the fact that same-sex and other “non-traditional” marriages have been legal for two decades! And while most of the…
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What is a Contested Divorce?

When couples decide to end their marriage, they may encounter disputes regarding matters such as child custody, spousal support, division of property, and debt allocation. If these issues cannot be…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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