Despite movie portrayals of high-conflict divorces ending in fierce court battles, this is rarely the case in British Columbia. Many divorces are uncontested, while others involving collaboration between lawyers or mediation settle well before a trial becomes necessary. As long as one spouse has resided in B.C. for at least one year and the court […]

The Divorce Process in BC If you’re in the process of getting a divorce in British Columbia, it’s important to understand all the requirements as well as your legal rights and responsibilities during the process. Federal and provincial divorce laws set out some basic requirements, including: While no two divorces are the same, there are […]
