Ending Domestic Violence

Ending Domestic Violence

Screening for domestic violence is a crucial part of family law cases.

Top 10 Things to Do Before You Separate or Divorce

Top 10 Things to Do Before You Separate or Divorce

Before you separate or divorce in BC, there are things you can do before you leave your relationship that will make it easier. TOP PRIVACY & FINANCIAL THINGS TO DO 1. Create a new private email address, and change all of your online and computer passwords.  This includes your cell…

Contract Mediation Benefits Outweigh Court

“Contract mediation does not focus on who is right or wrong, but is a way of finding solutions”, says Victoria Lawyer and Mediator Michael Butterfield. Mediation is often used to correct an error or misunderstanding in a contract. The purpose of mediation can be to repair a contractual relationship, or to end a contract….

Legal Fees are Tax Deductible in Certain Cases

Legal fees are tax deductible in family law cases when they result in either child or periodic spousal support.  However, only the part of your case that relates to support is tax deductible. For example, if your case involves obtaining a divorce, child custody, and child support, they only cost…