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We listen to our clients, explain the legal process clearly and take the time to understand their needs. Communication is essential in any divorce case. At Fleetwood Family Law Firm, we have years of experience handling these issues, and we can provide you with the guidance and support you need to navigate the divorce process successfully. Property Division, SurreyIn cases of significant assets and debts, property division can be a critical part of the divorce process. Surrey Child Custody and SupportSupport and child custody are often the most difficult to resolve during a divorce. In Surrey, divorce law covers a range of issues that must be addressed when a marriage is ending. Grounds for Divorce In SurreyYou must have a valid ground to divorce in order for you to file for divorce. An experienced divorce lawyer will be able to help you understand all your legal rights and obligations. We believe communication is key in divorce, and we take the time to listen to our clients and explain the legal process in plain language. One exception to the equal division of property is the exclusion of certain types debts from family debt pool. Divorce Lawyers Surrey

Whether you have settled everything or not, our divorce lawyers will take your hand and lead you through all loops and holes, all the confusion and all the difficulties you may experience as you navigate this process. Divorce in Surrey, BC is complicated and expensive. We don’t deny that. But sometimes if you try to do something so complicated yourself, you may lose much more than you save. We have seen this first hand in so many cases.

A contested divorce does not mean you contest the actual divorce, but rather the terms of your divorce which relate to property division, support payments, custody, or parenting time. Our contested divorce lawyers can help you and your spouse reach a separation agreement through mediation. In fact, most divorces settle before trial. Although our experienced lawyers do all we can to avoid a costly, time-consuming trial, we are prepared to litigate your case in court if necessary to protect your rights.

The Divorce Act governs divorce in British Columbia and Canada. To be eligible for a divorce in BC, you or your spouse must be a primary resident of BC for at least one year. You may begin the process and apply for divorce if you or your spouse currently live in British Columbia and plan to reside here for at least one year, but the divorce cannot be ordered until you have been living in BC for at least one year.

You must have grounds to divorce in BC. Valid grounds for divorce in Surrey may include:

  • Separation for at least one year,
  • Adultery or,
  • Physical or Mental Cruelty

There are two types of divorce: uncontested or contested.