Do you need a White Rock family law lawyer to guide you through a separation or divorce in British Columbia? Reach out to Pier Law & Mediation at 604-560-8285!

The divorce rate in Canada has reached a record low in recent years. However, some provinces, such as British Columbia, have higher divorce rates than the national average. If you’re preparing for a separation or divorce in B.C., speak with a White Rock family law lawyer from Pier Law & Mediation first.

Technically, you don’t need to hire a White Rock family law lawyer to separate from or divorce your significant other. Some married couples might not need to participate in court hearings to receive divorce orders.

However, seeking independent legal advice is always a good idea for anyone going through a separation or divorce. This is especially true in separations and divorces involving child custody, child support, spousal support, or property division. Schedule a consultation with a White Rock family law lawyer from Pier Law & Mediation to discuss your case.

Why Choose Pier Law & Mediation?

Kendelle Pollitt, LLB, Q.Med., who founded Pier Law & Mediation in 2019, has almost two decades of experience in family law. She serves as both a White Rock family law lawyer and a certified mediator. Her commitment to providing clients personalized service during separations, divorces, and other family law cases is one reason to rely on Pier Law & Mediation.

Here are a few more reasons you should turn to Pier Law & Mediation for help:

• We have a talented team of lawyers working alongside our founder to deliver family law services.
• We refuse to take a ”one size fits all” approach to family law cases.
• We offer honest and informed opinions on complicated issues like child custody and spousal support.
• We strive to eliminate the stress associated with family law cases.
• We employ conflict resolution methods to provide couples with alternative options.

At Pier Law & Mediation, we’re also dedicated to reducing the unnecessary costs people often encounter when separating or divorcing. Our mediation services, in particular, can move you through a separation or divorce faster with fewer expenses.

Our White Rock, B.C., Family Law Services

Because Kendelle Pollitt and her team have so much experience, Pier Law & Mediation offers a wide range of family law services. Take a look at them below.

Separation

Under normal circumstances, there is no such thing as a “legal” separation in British Columbia. When married couples decide to separate, they can do so without hiring lawyers and going to court. They can simply stop living together or continue living together while making it clear they’re separated by sleeping in different rooms.

Additionally, it might make sense for you and your soon-to-be ex-partner to create a formal separation agreement. We’ll offer assistance in your attempt to agree on its legally binding terms.

Divorce

If you and your spouse move forward with a divorce, it can affect your physical, mental, emotional, and psychological well-being if you don’t hire the right White Rock family law lawyer. Pier Law & Mediation can provide legal representation and minimize the effects of a divorce.

Our team can educate you on important issues related to your divorce, including child custody, spousal support, and property division. We can also offer alternative dispute resolution methods like interest-based negotiation and mediation to keep your divorce out of court.

Child Custody and Access Time

Canadian children with divorced parents are more likely to deal with behavioural, emotional, academic, social, and relationship issues than those with married parents. They also suggest children with parents who engage in conflict during divorces struggle even more.

At Pier Law & Mediation, we prioritize doing what’s right for children during divorce cases as far as child custody is concerned. We also aim to help parents with children navigate the nuances of:

• Custody
• Guardianship
• Decision-making regarding children
• Parenting time

A White Rock family law lawyer from Pier Law & Mediation can ensure your needs and, even more importantly, the needs of your children are met.

Child Support

The child support system in Canada can be confusing. The amount of child support you may pay or receive following a separation or divorce is based on the following:

• Your province
• The number of children you have
• Your income

Pier Law & Mediation can simplify child support and reveal how the current child support laws in British Columbia may affect you.

Spousal Support

If your spouse was the sole breadwinner or if you both worked but you made significantly less than your spouse, you may receive spousal support following a separation or divorce. Unfortunately, Canada has complex spousal support laws that often lead to unintentional mistakes.

With a White Rock family law lawyer in your corner, you won’t need to worry about potential spousal support pitfalls. Pier Law & Mediation can clarify the spousal support guidelines in British Columbia.

Division of Property and Assets

A recent report revealed the average Canadian household is worth more than $1 million. This can complicate matters when married couples choose to go their separate ways, leading to disputes over collective assets.

Unmarried couples who call it quits might also encounter these issues. They’re sometimes legally considered in common-law relationships after living together for at least two years or having a child, and this can cause disagreements over property division.

A White Rock family law lawyer from Pier Law & Mediation can help you make more informed decisions as you divide property and assets.

Call Pier Law & Mediation To Speak With a White Rock Family Law Lawyer

Working through a separation or divorce is never easy. It’s especially difficult when you and your significant other don’t see eye to eye on anything.

Let a White Rock family law lawyer from Pier Law & Mediation lead the way. Contact us at 604-227-4726 or fill out this form to arrange a consultation.

White Rock, BC Office

Pier Law & Mediation
1522 Finlay St #205
White Rock, BC V4B 4L9

Office Hours: 8:30 AM – 5 PM, Mon – Fri (PT)
Office Phone: 604-560-8285