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…
Pet Custody in B.C.
The way family pets are treated during divorce or separation in British Columbia is undergoing significant changes, leading to the evolution of “pet custody” within family law. Pet custody in…
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…
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…
How to Create a Joint Custody Schedule
Joint custody can be a difficult endeavour, but when done right, a proper joint custody schedule can help your children flourish instead of suffer. Custody can be physical, legal, or…
What is a Marriage Agreement?
Thinking about getting married? If you’re getting married soon, you’ve probably heard from at least a few people that you might want to think about “getting a prenup.” More formally…
What is a Custody Modification?
It can be very difficult to obtain a custody modification in BC. A custody modification is a legal request to make specific changes to an existing custody agreement. Typically, a…
Do Most Couples Regret Divorce?
Do most couples regret divorce? It’s a common question among couples who have decided on separating. If you’re looking to divorce your spouse, odds are this question crossed your mind. …
Divorcing a Narcissist
There’s a famous scene in Breaking Bad where Walter White displays what a true narcissist at their worst can be like. When his wife, Skyler, tells him he’s in over…