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Resulting Trusts: Tax Filings as Evidence of Transferor’s Intent

A “resulting trust” arises when title to property is in one party’s name, but that party, because he or she is a fiduciary or gave no value for the property, i…
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Family Law and Revenge Porn: What To Do If You Are A Victim

Imagine you have been in an intimate and trusting relationship and then find that your partner has made private pictures or videos of you publicly available –…
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Legal Test of “Best Interests of the Child” is the Only Consideration

Short answer: Under section 37 of BC’s Family Law Act, the best interests of the child is the only consideration in any parenting decision. Section 37(2) list…
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BC Divorce Law: Parenting Coordinators Offer New Approach to Child Custody in Divorces

In BC, a parenting coordinator is a trained professional who helps high-conflict separated parents resolve day-to-day disputes about their children. Authorized…
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Proprietary Estoppel: Are Promises Enforceable?

Proprietary Estoppel: Are Promises Enforceable? The equitable doctrine of proprietary estoppel can bind a person to their word. For example, if a sister promis…
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Do Grandparents Have Visitation Rights in BC? Parental Authority and Grandparent Access

DISCLAIMER: THE SHORT ANSWER TO THIS QUESTION IS NO. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT OUR FAMILY LAW FIRM REGARDING THIS MATTER. PLEASE KEEP READING BELOW FOR MORE INFORM…
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Legal Consequences of BC Parenting Order Issues: Failure to Abide by Access Order

A BC parenting order can deal with family law matters such as access and contact with a child. But what are the consequences for failure to comply with a BC pa…
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Child Custody When Parents Live In Different Countries: Jurisdiction of the Court

It can be challenging to obtain an order for child custody when parents live in different countries, particularly where one parent has moved to a new country f…
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International Child Custody: Child’s Habitual Residence & Temporary Stays Abroad

In international child custody matters, the “habitual residence” of the child is a critical factor in determining whether there has been wrongful removal or re…
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International Family Law: What if Spouse Doesn’t Live in Canada?

Child support and custody, spousal support, division of matrimonial property, and divorce can be very complex in international family law matters. The breakdow…