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03/05/2018By Judith A. Janzen
Genetic Material Rights BC: Is Reproductive Material Property?
Developments in assisted reproductive technology have required a re-examination of genetic material rights BC and the world over. Determination of the nature a…
02/15/2018By Candace Cho
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…
02/15/2018By Judith A. Janzen
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 –…
02/09/2018By Judith A. Janzen
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…
02/09/2018By Judith A. Janzen
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…
01/24/2018By Candace Cho
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…
12/05/2017By Judith A. Janzen
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…
12/05/2017By Judith A. Janzen
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…
12/05/2017By Judith A. Janzen
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…
11/28/2017By Judith A. Janzen
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…