The History and Development of the Bail Process in Canada

The right not to be denied reasonable bail without just cause is an essential element of a progressive criminal justice system. It reflects the presumption of innocence at the pre-trial stage and protects the liberty of an accused person. The Supreme Court of Canada in R. v. Antic [2017] 1

July 26, 2023

Spousal Support in BC

What is Spousal Support? Spousal support (or alimony) in BC is a periodic or one-time payment from one spouse to another. The entitlement to spousal support arises under section 160 of the Family Law Act (the “FLA”). The court will consider the factors set out in section 161 of the

August 12, 2022

Setting Aside a Prenuptial Agreement

I am often asked about the possibility of setting aside a prenuptial agreement. Some clients want to know whether a prenuptial agreement would protect them if their relationship broke down. Other clients have a prenuptial agreement that they are unhappy with and want it set aside. In this article, I

August 5, 2022

How Much Does a Divorce Cost in BC in 2023?

How Much Does Divorce Cost in BC? If you are in an unhappy marriage, are considering separation from your spouse, or have been living separate and apart from your spouse for a time, you may wonder about the process of getting divorced from your spouse and the cost of doing

July 22, 2022

Separation in BC – How to Protect Your Rights

How to Protect Your Rights After Separation in BC If you have separated from your spouse or are considering separation, you should consider how you will consider your rights to the family property after you separate, especially if the family property is only in your spouse’s name. In this article,

July 18, 2022

Cohabitation Agreements, Prenuptial Agreement, and Marriage Agreements

Cohabitation Agreements, Prenuptial Agreements, and Marriage Agreements 1 – What is the difference between a prenuptial agreement (“prenup”), cohabitation agreement, and a marriage agreement? In short, there is very little difference between the three agreements above. A prenup or a marriage agreement is a contract you sign with your romantic

July 17, 2022

Desk Order Divorce – How to Get Divorced Without a Court Hearing

Desk Order Divorce – How to Get Divorced Without a Court Hearing When two spouses want to get divorced in British Columbia, they need an order of a judge of the Supreme Court of British Columbia under the Divorce Act, RSC 1985, c 3 (2nd Supp) before they can be

June 25, 2022

What is a Prenup Agreement, and Why Every Couple Needs One

Discussing a prenuptial agreement can be awkward. Meeting that special person you want to share your life with can be one of the greatest joys in life. Whether you’re considering common law or marriage, the last thing you want to think of is that the relationship could one day end

June 17, 2022

What are the Grounds for Divorce in BC, and What Are the Steps?

The number of divorced people and those who failed to remarry in Canada rose to 2.74 million in 2021. This represented a 3% increase from the previous year’s divorce and remarriage rates. One of the country’s highest divorce rates is in the province of British Columbia on the west coast.

May 15, 2022