Separation date important for determining divorce date

On behalf of Peterson Stark Scott posted in Divorce on March 17, 2020.

Deciding to separate leaves a couple with many things to consider. When separation will ultimately lead to divorce, British Columbia individuals need to keep in mind the date they actually separated since that will have a bearing on a number of issues. It's not always the easiest to pinpoint an exact date, however, since some couples decide to remain under the same roof during the separation...

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Making the decision to talk about divorce like adults

On behalf of Peterson Stark Scott posted in Divorce on March 10, 2020.

A couple making the decision to end their marriage may have had some volatile conversations leading up to that decision. But experts say moving into a new decade British Columbia couples should learn how to discuss divorce in a more adult-like manner -- even when the issue is usually fraught with high emotions. The first step in discussing divorce is honesty since staying in a marriage when ...

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Family law: Things to think about before a divorce settlement

On behalf of Peterson Stark Scott posted in Family Law on March 3, 2020.

Once a couple has made the decision to end their marriage, they may want everything to be settled as quickly as possible. There are rules under family law in British Columbia that must be followed, however, rushing into a settlement without thought of the future may be a mistake. Many people focus on the present rather than thinking about what kinds of lives they want in the future, so takin...

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