How to Bring Your Parents to Canada: Super Visa Explained
If you’re a Canadian citizen or permanent resident hoping to bring your parents or grandparents to Canada for more than just a short visit, you’re not alone. Many families want to spend more time together – especially when children are growing up or life milestones are being celebrated. Thankfully, Canada offers a unique solution: the […]
Lawyer Conflict
What is a conflict and it what situations can a lawyer be conflicted out of acting for a person? This situation arises often when a married couple has dealt with a lawyer together in the past. Example: A married couple purchased a property together during their marriage. To complete the purchase of the property, they […]
The Builder’s Lien Act in British Columbia: A Complete Guide for Property Owners, Contractors, and Tradespeople.
Construction projects involve multiple layers of contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and labourers—each with financial interests in a successful outcome. When payment disputes arise, the Builder’s Lien Act, SBC 1997, c. 45 (“the Act”), offers protection and enforcement tools to help ensure those who contribute to the improvement of land get paid. What is a Builder’s Lien? A […]
Tax Refunds and Debts- Are they considered as family property or family debt?
1. What is family property? Section 84 of the Family Law Act defines family property. As per V.J.F v S.K.W,, 2016 BCCA 186 at para 8, the definition of family property is very broad. Family property is all real property and personal property in which on the date of separation one spouse owns or has […]
Why Every Parent Needs a Will: Protecting Your Family’s Future
When you’re raising children, the last thing you want to think about is what would happen if you weren’t around. But making a will is one of the most important—and loving—things you can do as a parent. It’s not just about money or property; it’s about securing your children’s future, no matter what. At Ahuja […]
Benefits of Mediation in Family Law
Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) process where separating or divorcing parties work with a neutral mediator to resolve family law issues, such as parenting time, child support, spousal support, and property division. Mediation can be a beneficial alternative to court for many reasons. Cost-Effective Mediation is usually less expensive than going to court. […]
Courtroom Etiquette
Being in a courtroom can be intimidating, whether you’re a lawyer, witness, or party in a case. Here are some key tips to help you navigate the experience professionally and confidently. Dress Appropriately Courtrooms are formal settings, so dress in professional, conservative attire to show respect for the legal process. Men: Wear a suit or […]
Spousal Support
Who Is Eligible for Spousal Support? In B.C., spousal support applies to married couples, common-law partners, and registered domestic partners. Under the Family Law Act, a common-law spouse is someone who has lived with their partner in a marriage-like relationship for at least two years or has a child with their partner and has lived […]