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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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…
Common Misconceptions About Family Law in British Columbia
Family law in British Columbia is a complex area of law that deals with family-related issues such as marriage, divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, and property division. Unfortunately,…
The Ins & Outs of Property Division in British Columbia Divorces
Divorce can be a complicated and emotionally-charged process, especially when it comes to property division. After years of living together and sharing expenses, it may be hard to tell who…
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…
What is a Cohabitation Agreement?
We’ve discussed marriage agreements here on the Legal Wire Blog before, but you may not know that similar legal documents exist for couples that aren’t yet married or don’t plan…
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.…
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…