Protecting what you’ve built.
Dividing property fairly is a crucial step when a relationship ends. In British Columbia, family property division is governed by the Family Law Act, which applies to married couples and common-law partners in relationships lasting two years or more.
We guide clients through every aspect of property division, ensuring their rights and interests are protected while minimizing stress and conflict.
Our services include:
- Excluded Property: This is any asset a spouse owned before the relationship or received during it—such as gifts, inheritances, or certain settlements—that may not be subject to equal division under BC family law.
- Family Property: This is the legal process of dividing assets and debts between spouses after separation under British Columbia’s Family Law Act.
- Family Restraining Orders: This is a court order in British Columbia that prevents one party from contacting or approaching another to ensure safety during or after a family law dispute.
How we can help:
- Advising on rights and obligations under the Family Law Act
- Identifying, valuing, and categorizing assets and liabilities
- Negotiating settlements and drafting property agreements
- Taking legal action when necessary to protect excluded property or achieve fair division
- Collaborating with financial and tax experts for complex or high-net-worth cases
Whether your separation is amicable or high-conflict, we provide clear, strategic guidance from start to finish. Through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, we help you navigate the legal, financial, and emotional complexities of dividing property—always focused on protecting your rights and achieving a fair, cost-effective resolution.
