British Columbia couples who are in common-law relationships have the same rights as married couples, but this is not necessarily the case throughout the rest of the country. Based on a court ruling in British Columbia on March 18, 2013, … Continue reading
Family mediation is becoming a more popular option than litigation because it is both affordable and effective, according to its practitioners. Canadian lawmakers have embraced the trend by passing the Family Law Act, which became effective in March 2013. The … Continue reading
People who wish to divorce in British Columbia must apply to the courts in order to do so. The court must have jurisdiction to hear the case. In order to be able to divorce in the province, the couple must … Continue reading
People in British Columbia who are in the process of a divorce may have questions and concerns about the issue of spousal support. Although not every divorce settlement includes an order for spousal support, many spouses may be interested to … Continue reading