Before you can calculate spousal support, you have to answer a more basic question: are you entitled to it at all? In British Columbia, entitlement isn’t automatic just because you were married or lived together. It has to be established first, and only then does the conversation move to amount and duration. This article focuses […]
Moving with your kids after a separation isn’t just a personal decision in British Columbia — it’s a legal one. Under the Family Law Act, a guardian who wants to relocate a child has to follow a specific process, and skipping it can cost you the move entirely. If you’re planning to relocate, or you
Many families in Abbotsford go through life without ever requiring legal assistance. Those are the lucky ones. Families frequently develop complex issues, disputes, and other situations that either end up in court or require professional help in the form of mediation, negotiation, or collaboration between lawyers. From divorces to child custody, parenting schedules, support, guardianship,
Most divorcing couples in British Columbia don’t end up with a judge deciding the key matters. Instead, they negotiate a settlement agreement. The judge will check this to confirm that “reasonable arrangements” have been made for the children before granting the divorce. The settlement agreement process can be challenging for separating couples during a time
A prenuptial agreement is a “marriage contract” made before a marriage starts, often helping to decide key financial matters in the event of divorce. Such agreements are becoming increasingly common in British Columbia, as couples get married later in life, often having already accumulated significant assets. Prenuptials can reduce the level of financial uncertainty while
Sidhu v. Mand, 2025 BCSC 2324: An Overview When a buyer fails to complete a real estate transaction in British Columbia, the breach of contract for sale of property can lead to complex damages calculations. The recent BC Supreme Court decision in Sidhu v. Mand, 2025 BCSC 2324, litigated by Legalbird’s Kawal Atwal, provides important
Whether you’re legally married or in a common-law relationship in British Columbia, separation can be challenging. During times of such personal, emotional, and practical upheaval, making clear, well-considered decisions can be tough. It helps to understand the relevant separation laws for married and unmarried couples before you talk your situation through with a divorce or
Parental Responsibilities Models: The Joyce Model vs. The Horn Model When parents separate in British Columbia, determining how major decisions about their children will be made becomes critical. Beyond parenting time schedules, courts must establish who has authority to make significant decisions about the child’s health, education, and welfare. British Columbia courts use two primary
When a BC Provincial Court family case decision doesn’t go your way, you might wonder if there’s a path forward. Section 233 of the Family Law Act grants you the right to appeal certain Provincial Court family decisions to the Supreme Court. However, the appeals process involves strict timelines and specific procedures you need to
Spousal support is often a contested matter after a couple decides to separate or divorce in British Columbia. This type of financial support, previously known as “alimony”, is intended to ease the transition to an independent, self-sufficient life after a marriage or cohabitation arrangement breaks down. The decisions made at this point can greatly affect
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