Explains the basics of family law in BC. Includes information about living common-law or being married, the process for separation and divorce, how to work out custody, support, and access issues, and how to sort out money matters. Also describes legal options and where to get help.

A manual for paralegals, legal information counsellors, and lawyers that covers 45 topics, including bankruptcy, creditors, debtors, fraud, leases, mortgages and foreclosure, prepayment rights, recovery of goods, and torts of assault and trespass. Also provides consumer and debtor resources.

Self-help guides for applying for an uncontested divorce. There are separate guides for a sole application (if you are filing for divorce alone) or a joint application (if you are filing for divorce together with the other party). Includes forms and instructions for completing the forms.

Answers four important questions about government pensions and benefits for seniors: How do I know if I qualify? How do I apply? How much will I receive? and How do I appeal a decision I don't agree with? Contains information about adult guardianship legislation, health care services, and benefits.

Fact sheets and self-help guides on family law in BC. Topics covered include abuse, adoption, child protection/removal, common-law relationships, custody & access, divorce & separation, child support, and spousal support.

A Supreme Court financial statement (Form 89) is a document that tells the judge/master in a family law case about your income, expenses, assets, and debts. This self-help guide explains how to fill out a financial statement form. Includes a blank form.

This fact sheet provides information for grandparents who want to get access to their grandchildren through the courts.

For people in common-law relationships, this fact sheet sets out the basic legal rules about debts and who's responsible for them.

For any homeowner who may miss or has already missed one or more mortgage payments, or has received a petition to go to court. It explains what homeowners can do when lenders try to take their properties because of missed payments (foreclosure). The booklet lists agencies that can help.

This is a comprehensive guide for legal advocates that identifies Aboriginal issues in 19 areas of law, including criminal, family, and consumer law, as well as residential schools, wills and estates, harvesting rights, and housing.