If you are a survivor of sexual abuse, if you have experienced the shock, confusion and pain known only to those who have experienced the
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If you are a survivor of sexual abuse, if you have experienced the shock, confusion and pain known only to those who have experienced the
Guardianship and Estate Planning When parents of young children meet with a lawyer to discuss Estate Planning, their first concern is usually about guardianship of
How to Immigrate to Canada from Mexico So, you are considering moving to Canada? Well, it’s hardly a surprising decision, after all, the US News
Protect Yourself from Immigration Scams The application process for would-be immigrants to Canada can be a long and complex one. Various immigration pathways each involve
Won’t Anyone Please Think of The Dog? As a general entity, “the law” is often perceived in popular culture as being cold, harsh, and analytical.
Spousal Sponsorship Guide Can I sponsor my “spouse” or relative to come to Canada? One of the fastest pathways to becoming a permanent resident of
The love of your life has asked you to sign a cohabitation agreement (or a premarital or prenuptial agreement) and you feel that they do
Jennifer has just received a notification that someone has reviewed her tutoring business online. To her dismay, the review from “Sandra Harper” is a one-star review stating that,
The difference between a Patent Lawyer and a Patent Agent is in the degree of expertise and the range of practice of the individual. Patent
Since the start of the COVID 19 Pandemic, the BC Courts had to address the impact of COVID-19 health orders on separated families with shared
Seeking legal advice when you’re separating doesn’t necessarily signify the beginning of a long and painful legal battle… A good family lawyer will help you
Separating from a spouse or partner is difficult. Even though most people recognize that nearly half of all spousal relationships will end prematurely, it can
One of the most important things you can do when separating is to communicate clearly and calmly with your partner. One of the most important
There are several practical considerations when you’re separating. Getting things organized will help you feel more in control of the situation and allow you, and
Once you have made the decision to terminate the relationship, and hopefully, both partners are ready to acknowledge that the family restructuring is inevitable, it’s
Although not required, many couples find that a properly drafted Separation Agreement helps them put ‘things’ in order. In British Columbia, a Separation Agreement can
Some researchers suggest that the loss of a spouse is the most stressful life event. Next on the list – divorce. Other stressors are: moving,
Clients sometimes ask if their marriage, performed overseas, is considered a valid marriage in Canada (and in BC). Generally, if your marriage is legal and
Clients sometimes ask whether moving to another country would have an impact on the status of divorce. If you have already started your divorce in
“I’m just looking for more information…in case I decide that I do want to separate…” is the start of many family law consultations. Deciding to
In a recent professional development course attended by Lisa Sirlin, Family Lawyer and Mediator at the Deer Lake Law Group, she was alerted to the
Police intervention in families during a family breakup is relatively common. More often than not, one of the parties contacts the police during a heated
If you have been hurt in a car accident recently, there are many things you should know, including your entitlement to Compensation. You may be
It’s that time of year…you’re supposed to feel festive and joyous, but for many people, it is exactly the opposite. For those that have dealt
A ‘Power of Attorney’ (POA) is one component of Personal Planning and Estate Planning. The POA is a written document that authorizes another adult to
Once you have chosen the most appropriate type of ‘Power of Attorney’ (POA), either a Single Purpose Power of Attorney, General Power of Attorney or
Lisa Sirlin, Family Lawyer and Mediator at the Deer Lake Law Group shares her thoughts on divorce: While no one can walk in the shoes
