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…
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…
Alimony vs Child Support – Will You Have To Pay Your Ex?
Alimony vs Child Support Money. It’s a gas. It’s also one of the top reasons for divorce in Canada, and why divorce is often such a meticulous, difficult process. Divorcing…
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…
Is Joint Custody Right for You?
Joint custody can be one of the best child custody decisions for your family. In fact, the American Psychological Association found that children are more likely to be better adjusted…
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…