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Pet Custody in BC: Are They Property or Family?
How British Columbia law treats pets during separation and divorce In a breakup, deciding who gets the dog or cat can be more emotional than splitting bank accounts. While many provinces still treat pets as property, pet custody in BC is shifting toward a more...
Bank of Canada Rate Cut Boosts Buyer Confidence in Vancouver Housing Market
A Bank of Canada rate cut and softer prices helped push Metro Vancouver home sales slightly higher this September compared to last year, according to the Greater Vancouver REALTORS (GVR). There were 1,875 residential sales across the region in September 2025 — up 1.2%...
Clark Woods LLP named one of the top real estate lawyers in Coquitlam
Three Best Rated recognizes Clark Woods LLP among the top real estate lawyers in Coquitlam for service, trust, and results Clark Woods LLP has been recognized by Three Best Rated as one of the top real estate lawyers in Coquitlam, highlighting the firm’s ongoing...
Child Support in BC: How It’s Calculated and What You Need to Know
Going through a separation or divorce is tough, and figuring out child support can feel confusing and stressful. At Clark Woods LLP, we get that you want clear answers. This blog will help you understand how child support in BC works, how the amount is calculated, and...
Co-Parenting After Separation: Tips for Putting Your Kids First
If you’re searching for advice on co-parenting after separation, you’re probably in the thick of it right now. You’re trying to protect your kids, manage your own emotions, and figure out how to make shared parenting work when your relationship has changed. It’s not...
What to Expect in Your First Meeting with a Family Lawyer
If you’re searching for answers about separation, divorce, or child custody, chances are you’re going through something difficult right now. Maybe you’ve been thinking about getting legal help for a while, or maybe everything’s just happened suddenly. Either way, it’s...
How Child Custody Works in British Columbia: A Simple Guide
When families go through separation or divorce, one of the biggest concerns is what will happen to the kids. If you're trying to understand how child custody works in British Columbia, you're not alone, and you're not expected to figure it all out on your own. This...
Who Gets the House? Understanding Property Division in BC After Divorce
When a marriage or common-law relationship ends, one of the biggest and most emotional questions is: Who gets the house? For many separating couples in the Lower Mainland and the greater Vancouver area, the family home is not just the biggest asset. It’s where...
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid During a Family Separation in BC
Going through a family separation can feel like your life has been flipped upside down. Emotions are running high, decisions need to be made, and everything—from parenting time to finances—suddenly feels complicated. It's a time when small choices can have long-term...