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Child Support in BC: What Parents Should Really Know

Separation changes a family’s structure, but it doesn’t change the responsibility to support children. In British Columbia, child support is not a punishment or a bargaining chip; it’s a legal right of the child. Whether you’re paying or receiving support, it helps to know how the system works and what to expect. At Pathfinder Law, we’ve guided many parents through this process. Some come in with a stack of paperwork and questions, others arrive overwhelmed and unsure where to start.

September 5, 2025 No Comments

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Business Law

How to Protect Your Business from a Contract Dispute

Contracts are the backbone of every business relationship—whether you’re hiring staff, working with suppliers, or selling products and services. A well-drafted agreement can save you time, money, and stress. But when contracts are unclear or poorly managed, disputes can arise that disrupt your business and drain resources. At Pathfinder Law, we help small and medium-sized businesses in Abbotsford, Langley, and across BC prevent and resolve contract disputes. Here’s what you can do to protect your business from costly legal battles.

August 21, 2025 No Comments

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Child Custody

Parental Relocation After Separation: What BC Parents Need to Know

Separation is challenging enough without adding a major move into the mix. Sometimes a parent needs, or wants, to relocate after separation, whether for work, family support, or a fresh start. But in British Columbia, when children are involved, moving isn’t just a personal choice, it’s a legal issue. At Pathfinder Law, we help parents in Abbotsford, Langley, and across BC understand their rights and obligations when it comes to relocation. Here’s what you need to know before you start

August 15, 2025 No Comments

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Dividing Pensions and Retirement Assets During Divorce in BC

When going through a divorce or separation, people often focus on the family home, bank accounts, or debts. But one of the most valuable and complicated assets to divide is a pension. In British Columbia, pensions and other retirement savings are considered family property and are subject to division. Whether you are the one who earned the pension or the one who may be entitled to a share, understanding how BC law treats retirement assets is essential for protecting your

August 6, 2025 No Comments

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Child Custody

When to Change a Parenting Agreement in BC: A Practical Guide

When parents separate or divorce, a parenting agreement provides structure and clarity. It outlines where the children will live, how parenting time will be shared, and how decisions will be made. But as children grow and circumstances change, even the best parenting plans may need to be updated. In British Columbia, parenting agreements can be changed when there has been a significant change in circumstances. These changes must affect the child or the parenting arrangement in a meaningful way. If

July 30, 2025 No Comments

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Family Law

Parental Alienation in BC Family Law: What It Is and How to Respond

Introduction Separation and divorce are difficult for everyone involved, but children often bear the greatest emotional weight. In some cases, one parent may intentionally or subtly influence a child to reject the other parent. This behaviour is known as parental alienation, and it can have lasting emotional and psychological effects on both the child and the alienated parent. In British Columbia, parental alienation is not a criminal offence, but it is taken seriously in family court, especially when it harms

July 24, 2025 No Comments

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Child Support in BC: What Parents Should Really Know

How to Protect Your Business from a Contract Dispute

Parental Relocation After Separation: What BC Parents Need to Know

Dividing Pensions and Retirement Assets During Divorce in BC

When to Change a Parenting Agreement in BC: A Practical Guide

Parental Alienation in BC Family Law: What It Is and How to Respond

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