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Unbundled Family Law Services in Surrey, BC
Can't afford full representation? SiLaw Group in Surrey, BC offers unbundled family law services: document drafting, hearing prep and limited-scope help.
Apr 5, 2023 · 2 min read
Maher (Mahr) in a BC Divorce: When Courts Enforce It
Divorcing in BC with an Islamic marriage contract? When BC courts enforce a Maher (mahr), the signing and witnessing rules, and what Nathoo v. Nathoo held.
Apr 5, 2023 · 6 min read
Tax Issues in Separation & Divorce in BC
How separation and divorce affect your taxes in BC: spousal support deductions, child support rules, RRSP transfers and the CRA forms you need to file.
Mar 30, 2023 · 1 min read
Benefits of a Separation Agreement in BC
Learn how a separation agreement protects both parties in BC with certainty, privacy and lower cost, plus the steps to make yours legally binding.
Mar 19, 2023 · 2 min read
How to Reduce Child Support Arrears in BC
Behind on child support in BC? Learn when a court can reduce or cancel arrears under s. 174 of the Family Law Act and the four D.B.S. factors that apply.
Mar 11, 2023 · 3 min read
Divorcing a Narcissist in BC: A Lawyer's Guide
Divorcing a narcissist? Lessons from Bill Eddy's book Splitting for BC family law clients: the CARS method, protecting children and pacing yourself.
Mar 10, 2023 · 2 min read
How to Terminate or Vary Spousal Support in BC
Learn when BC courts will vary or end spousal support: the material change test from Powell v Levesque, plus how to apply. Free 30-minute consultation.
Mar 10, 2023 · 3 min read
Divorce Lawyer in Surrey: What to Look For
Choosing a divorce lawyer in Surrey, BC? Six things to check first: experience, fees, communication and the Law Society of BC discipline record.
Mar 10, 2023 · 3 min read
How Do I Get Spousal Support From My Ex in BC?
How to get spousal support in BC: separation agreement, mediation or a court order under the Divorce Act or Family Law Act, and the factors courts weigh.
Feb 28, 2023 · 4 min read
Your First Judicial Case Conference (JCC): BC Guide
Your first JCC in BC Supreme Court, explained: the Form F8 deadline, what a judge can order at the conference, and how to prepare so your case advances.
Jan 22, 2023 · 5 min read
Moving with Your Child from BC: Relocation Rules
Planning to move from BC with your child? Learn the Family Law Act's 60-day notice rule, objection deadlines and what courts consider. Free consult.
Jan 21, 2023 · 5 min read
Unequal Division of Family Property in BC (s.95)
When will a BC court order more than a 50/50 split of family property? Learn the s.95 significant unfairness test, excluded property rules and next steps.
Dec 27, 2022 · 4 min read