Top 5 Financial Mistakes in Divorce

There are lot of traps to avoid in divorce. Some can be simple things, like not having enough information, and some can be complex like knowing the right approach to use. The following are five major financial mistakes, which can be easily avoided. Being In The Dark About Family Finances…

Grown Children & Child Support

Reaching “the age of the majority” does not end a parent’s obligation for child support.  For parents engaged in a high conflict divorce, this milestone can actually add stress and conflict to the family system. Graduation from highschool can be a difficult transition when it comes to child support. A…

Man Wins Stake In Home After Long Separation

A Vancouver man has proven in court that he deserves half interest in a million dollar home, despite having separated from his wife forty-four years ago. The case of Johnston v. Johnston Estate, illustrates the importance of having a proper, and timely, separation agreement. David Johnston and his then wife,…

Divorce Risk Linked to Age

Is the ideal time to marry is between 25 and 32 years of age? A recent U.S. survey indicates the divorce risk is lowest for couples marrying in this age range. University of Utah Professor Nicholas Wolfinger posted his scientific results for divorce risk in the Blog of the Institute For Family…

Second Wife Successfully Challenged Will

The Wills Variation Act means your Will may not, in fact, be the last word.  Vancouver siblings found their share of their inheritance reduced after their late father’s second wife challenged will. A recent Wills Variation case has opened the door wider for challenging Wills. The Wills Variation Act  allows family…