Ending Domestic Violence
Screening for domestic violence is a crucial part of family law cases.
What To Include in a Cohabitation Agreement
A man and woman sit at a table amongst balls of rolled up paper trying to agree and make a list of things they need to include in a cohabitation agreement.
Top 10 Things to Do Before You Separate or Divorce
Before you separate or divorce in BC, there are things you can do before you leave your relationship that will make it easier. TOP PRIVACY & FINANCIAL THINGS TO DO 1. Create a new private email address, and change all of your online and computer passwords. This includes your cell…
Common Mistakes in Financial Statements for BC Family Court
Financial Statements can be intimidating. For most people, this is the first time they have to swear an affidavit. The key thing to remember is to be honest. If you do not know the answer to a question, say so. They other thing to remember is that a Financial Statement…
Top 4 Free Services for Family Law
There are free services available to help families in many aspects of family law. These services help to compliment those that a Lawyer or Mediator can provide. The following are what we, at Butterfield Law, believe are the most useful free services for families: 1.LEGAL AID: Can’t afford a lawyer…