Category Archives: Separation & Divorce

As we all know, the stress of divorce can affect a child’s academic performance as well as all other areas of school-life success. However, parents who have been divorced for some time, as well as a variety of experts and educators, say that with good communication, effective organization and shared awareness of their child’s needs, parents can smooth the path …
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Alternative dispute resolution is becoming an increasingly popular choice for families going through separation and divorce. But what is it, exactly, that distinguishes family law dispute resolution from traditional family law processes? Before settling on a process option for yourself or your client, you will want to consider the elements of all good family law dispute resolution processes. For this …
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The National Self Represented Litigants Project just published an “Open Letter to the Canadian Judiciary”. It is a thoughtful and important read. The self-representing writers plead for greater understanding of their plight, and for more tolerance, compassion and assistance. This letter serves as a reminder that there are some under-utilized services to help those who cannot afford lawyers. Anyone in …
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They say that two things in life are inevitable: death… and taxes. Filing your taxes is seldom a straightforward process, and couples going through separation and divorce face potentially complex tax implications. The Canadian Bar Association Family Law Section has released a helpful, free resource for those navigating this difficult time. Tax Matters Toolkit: Separation and Divorce is a quick …
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We trained family lawyers in B.C. in January in “screening” under the new Family Law Act…

Tips for making your parenting plan child-friendly.

A judge finds a mother in contempt of court for failing to encourage a child to see his father.

When will the court set aside a separation agreement for reasons of psychological exploitation?