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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 –…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…