Despite what you may hear, not every divorce needs to be a legal battle. Most BC divorces are settled without a trial, and many are resolved amicably with a joint or uncontested divorce. Couples may need legal guidance along the way, but even then, creative and mutually beneficial resolutions can be prioritized. Both joint divorces […]
April 28, 2026
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 […]
October 29, 2025
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 […]
December 21, 2023
