What is considered Family debt?

What is considered Family debt?

The following case is valuable as an example of how the court of British Columbia currently treats family debt. We are reminded that interest accrued on debt during the marriage will still be considered family property and thus equally shared by both spouses –...
Don’t want supervised parenting time? Think again!

Don’t want supervised parenting time? Think again!

This decision involved dropping a protection order and seeking parenting time. This case illustrates that the abiding duty of the court is to find the best outcome for the children’s interests. Counsel advised of a plan that included supervised parenting time in...
The Child Support Guidelines of BC

The Child Support Guidelines of BC

 Settlement negotiation is the process of resolving a dispute by reaching an agreement between the parties. In order to succeed in settlement negotiation, you need to have a good understanding of the five steps of the settlement process and the key roles that each...
Sharing The Holidays

Sharing The Holidays

Once again, the Christmas season is upon us. Being separated or divorced can present a lot of challenges around the holidays, especially when children are involved. While every separation and divorce are unique, there are some ways to help you – and your ex...