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About Pathway Legal
Pathway Legal is known province-wide for its client-focused approach, clear communication, and deep commitment to alternative dispute resolution.
We help clients move forward confidently and efficiently. With our commitment to delivering practical advice and options, Pathway Legal clients choose the BETTER PATH when divorce or separation is inevitable.
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Phone: 778-557-5099
Email: reception@pathwaylegal.ca
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Meet our Nanaimo family lawyers
Where we meet
201-1619 Townsite Rd., Nanaimo, BC V9S 1N3
Note: In-person office hours are by appointment.
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Alfredo Franco, Family Law Lawyer Pathway Legal, Nanaimo
Alfredo Franco, Divorce LawyerAlfredo believes clients deserve both expertise and genuine support from their lawyer. Trust and efficiency are at the core of his practice—helping families find peace of mind and successful outcomes in every case.
Drawn to Pathway Legal’s client-first philosophy, Alfredo values collaboration, practical solutions, and empowering clients to take an active role in their legal journey. He is committed to compassionate guidance and helping families find the best resolution for their unique circumstances.
Outside work, Alfredo finds joy with his wife and three children, enjoys tennis and soccer, and loves exploring Vancouver Island’s trails.
His family’s rescue Chihuahua, Casi, sparked his appreciation for dogs, teaching him the special bond a pet can bring.
Alfredo believes clients deserve efficiency and genuine support from their lawyer. Trust and efficiency are at the core of his practice—helping families find peace of mind and successful outcomes in every case.
Drawn to Pathway Legal’s client-first philosophy, Alfredo values collaboration, practical solutions, and empowering clients to take an active role in their legal journey. He is committed to compassionate guidance and helping families find the best resolution for their unique circumstances.
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Outside work, Alfredo finds joy with his wife and three children, enjoys tennis and soccer, and loves exploring Vancouver Island’s trails.
His family’s rescue Chihuahua, Casi, sparked his appreciation for dogs, teaching him the special bond a pet can bring.
Serving the North Island with compassion and clarity
Front of our Nanaimo location- Separation and divorce guidance from initial consult to final resolution.
- Mediation.
- Child custody, parenting plans, and support arrangements tailored to each family’s needs.
- Division of property and financial matters, always with clear cost expectations.
- Legal coaching and unbundled services for those who want extra support or limited representation.
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Why Nanaimo families choose Pathway Legal
- Experienced team supporting Nanaimo, Vancouver Island North, and the North Island region.
- North Island local knowledge and regional expertise for Nanaimo, Parksville, Courtenay, Campbell River, and beyond.
- Pathway Legal’s legal team focuses on positive outcomes and peaceful resolutions.
- Solutions-focused guidance, minimizing conflict and uncertainty.
- Exceptional care from lawyers who put families and children first.
- Experienced, caring lawyers equipped to handle complex family transitions.
- A proven Pathway Legal client journey roadmap, helping you understand your family law process step by step.
- Discover how the Pathway Legal Family lawyer consultations are different.
Take the first step today—contact Pathway Legal to arrange your confidential consultation and discover your pathway to a successful family law resolution in Nanaimo.
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The Pathway Legal Difference
If your divorce is inevitable, choose the BETTER P.A.T.H.
PRACTICAL
Delivering PRACTICAL advice to you and your changing family every step of the way.
ACTION-ORIENTED
We take you by the hand and guide you step by step towards the conclusion of your family law matter.
TRUSTWORTHY
We are your trustworthy partners in your separation journey because we are transparent in everything we do with you:
- Transparent communication
- Transparent billing
- Transparent processes.
HEART-CENTRED
We deliver heart-centred guidance throughout every turn in your family law matter.
Are we a good fit for you?
There are many differences between lawyers and law firms. Whether you’re looking for a Nanaimo, BC, divorce lawyer or help with another family law matter, you want to be sure the lawyer and firm you choose are the right fit for your circumstances. This is because every family is unique.
So, how do you know if a lawyer or law firm is a good fit?
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At Pathway Legal Family Lawyers, we look at it this way:
If you are hoping for an amicable divorce process, you will want to choose a lawyer and law firm committed to alternative dispute resolution.
If you are seeking a Nanaimo divorce lawyer, Pathway Legal is ready to help you resolve your family law matter. Our commitment to clarity, compassion, and transparency sets us apart and earns strong recommendations from our clients.
Choosing the right divorce lawyer isn’t just a legal decision — it’s a partnership. You want someone who not only knows the law but also genuinely cares about helping you build what comes next.
Journey, Pathway Legal’s AmbassadorPathway Legal Family Law is proud to serve families offering trusted and personalized legal guidance through your separation and divorce.
If you are looking for a divorce lawyer in and around Nanaimo, we are your team. Take the first step and contact Pathway Legal to arrange your confidential consultation and discover your pathway to a successful family law resolution.
Pathway Legal Family Law is proud to serve families offering trusted and personalized legal guidance through your separation and divorce.
Journey, Pathway Legal’s AmbassadorIf you need a divorce lawyer in and around Nanaimo, we are your team. Take the first step and contact Pathway Legal to arrange your confidential consultation and discover your pathway to a successful family law resolution.
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Val Hemminger, divorce lawyer with heart, founder of Pathway Legal, terrier lover, Mom, fun person, and because every great legal team needs at least one ADHD powered person!
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