People who wish to divorce in British Columbia must apply to the courts in order to do so. The court must have jurisdiction to hear the case. In order to be able to divorce in the province, the couple must … Continue reading
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Helpful information about spousal support orders
People in British Columbia who are in the process of a divorce may have questions and concerns about the issue of spousal support. Although not every divorce settlement includes an order for spousal support, many spouses may be interested to … Continue reading
How a child’s best interests are determined in custody cases
The matter of child custody is one that must be decided when parents divorce. However, this matter could also arise between two parents who are unmarried. In British Columbia, the parents and the court are required to consider the child’s … Continue reading
Overview of how child custody works in British Columbia
When two parents get a divorce the matter of child custody is determined under the Divorce Act. There are three different forms of custody that a judge may order. These types include sole, joint and split custody. When a parent … Continue reading
Child support guidelines in British Columbia
When you are going through a child support case, it is likely you have questions about the amount you may be expected to pay or the amount you may expect to receive. In order to make child support orders consistent … Continue reading