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A Different Kind of Family Law
Pathway Legal, our Family Law Lawyers Vancouver BC. Pathway Legal helps people in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland navigate separation, divorce, and other family changes with calm, clarity, and heart. The focus is on practical solutions and real‑world results, not the drama and expense of the courtroom whenever possible.
- The Pathway’s legal family law lawyers, Vancouver BC team, support you with parenting arrangements, child and spousal support, and property division under BC family law.
- You can work with the firm from anywhere in Vancouver—downtown, the North Shore, or the suburbs—by phone, video, or in‑person meetings arranged through our BC offices.
Values That Put People First
The Pathway’s legal family law lawyers, Vancouver BC team, are guided by a simple idea: families do better when conflict is reduced. We aim to protect your finances, your co‑parenting relationships, and your peace of mind, especially when children are involved.
- Pathway Legal’s family lawyers talk like real people, explaining options in plain language so you always know where you stand and what comes next.
- Fees, timelines, and strategies are laid out transparently, so you have fewer surprises and more control over your separation and divorce process.
Resolution, Not Endless Fighting
Pathway Legal is all about getting you to a workable solution that lets you move on with your life, not keeping you stuck in a fight. Court is there when you need it, but it is not the default.
- Services include separation agreements, cohabitation and marriage agreements, mediation, arbitration, divorce, and unbundled legal help if you are handling parts of your case yourself.
- In high‑conflict or safety‑sensitive situations, Pathway Legal will stand up firmly for you and will prioritize your safety on an emergency basis if necessary, while still keeping an eye on your long‑term future and your family’s well‑being.
What it feels like to work with Pathway Legal
From your first contact and conversation, the goal is to lower your stress level and raise your clarity. You will have a roadmap, not a maze.
- The initial consultation focuses on your immediate concerns, your priorities, and a practical action plan you can start on right away.
- Every email, meeting, and document is designed to move your matter forward, rather than stir up more conflict or cost.
About Pathway Legal
Pathway Legal Family Law Lawyers Vancouver BC, is known province-wide for its client-focused approach, clear communication, and deep commitment to alternative dispute resolution.
We support families through every stage of separation and divorce, offering mediation, legal coaching and negotiation, with court as a last resort.
By focusing on amicable solutions and transparent billing, Pathway Legal Family Lawyers helps clients move forward confidently and efficiently.
Connect online or by phone
Phone: 778-557-5099
Email: reception@pathwaylegal.ca
Request a consultation: (online form)
Meet our Vancouver Family Lawyers
Where we meet
The City Centre,
885 W Georgia St #20,
Vancouver, BC V6C 3E8
Note: In-person office hours are by appointment.
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If Your Divorce is Inevitable, Choose the Better P.A.T.H.
When divorce is on the horizon, you need more than a lawyer — you need a P.A.T.H. forward. Pathway Legal gives you practical, human, and future-focused support so you can move from uncertainty to momentum, one step at a time.
Family Law Lawyers in Vancouver BC
If you are looking for family lawyers in Vancouver BC because you are going through separation or divorce, you deserve more than a legal battle – you deserve a fresh start and a clear path forward. Pathway Legal’s Family Law Lawyers Vancouver BC family law team is here to make one of the hardest chapters in life feel more human, more manageable, and a lot less overwhelming.
After many years serving families from our Victoria office, Pathway Legal has brought its unique, relationship-focused approach to Vancouver, the North Shore, and the Fraser Valley. Because our clients in Victoria love a more amicable, solutions-focused way through their divorce — we expanded our model to all over BC, including Vancouver BC and the Greater Vancouver Area.
You can meet with the Pathway Legal team at our Vancouver location by appointment:
The City Centre, 885 W Georgia St #20, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3E8
You can also meet us in our Surrey, B.C. office if you are in the Fraser Valley. Set up your appointment with us.
Triton Centre, 209-12565-88th Avenue Surrey, B.C. V3W 3J7
Family Law Lawyers Vancouver BC - Meet your Vancouver Team
Marissa Faulkner
Lawyer by day, secret superpower always on tap, Marissa gets people talking!
It’s not magic, but it does mean her affidavits shine with truth and empathy. Marissa practices law with a trauma-informed approach, having a deep understanding of mental health challenges and how they can affect a separation.
After completing her Bachelor of Legal Studies, she studied in London, completing her LLB at London University and a Certificate in Women's Human Rights at the London School of Economics and Political Science. She is currently completing a Women and Gender Studies Master's Degree at Simon Fraser University!
Guy Risebrough
Guy is one of our lawyers at Pathway Legal.
He’s focused on helping clients find the shortest route to the best possible outcome, with a strong belief in negotiation and mediation over court whenever possible. Guy appreciates that Pathway Legal has the systems in place to help him guide clients through every step of the process.
When he’s not helping families, Guy enjoys caring for his dogs, cats, and fish, and admits there’s an ongoing friendly rivalry in his heart between cats and dogs.
He also thinks turtles are pretty cool! 🐢
Family Law Lawyers Vancouver BC - Serving with compassion and clarity
- 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 Vancouver Families Choose Pathway Legal
Families across Vancouver, Delta, Surrey, and surrounding communities turn to Pathway Legal because they want more than a courtroom battle — they want a better future. The team combines deep family law experience with a modern, human approach that keeps conflict as low as possible and momentum high.
- Experienced team supporting Vancouver, North Shore, Delta, Surrey, and nearby communities.
- Solutions-focused guidance, minimizing conflict and uncertainty.
- Exceptional care from lawyers who put families and children first.
- Discover how the Pathway Legal Family lawyer consultations are different.
Contact Pathway Legal to arrange your confidential consultation and discover your pathway to a successful family law resolution in Vancouver.
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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.
How to choose your best-fit lawyer
Choosing a divorce lawyer is not a box-tick — it is a partnership that shapes your next chapter of your future.
You want someone who knows the law cold, but also brings empathy, clarity, and courage to tough conversations. Did we mention strategy? Yes, your strategy is the fundamental part of what we work together to create your success.
Use this simple checklist as you explore Vancouver divorce lawyers:
- Look at reviews: Read what real clients say about being listened to, respected, and supported, and whether billing felt fair and transparent. Strong, consistent reviews signal a firm that walks its talk with integrity and results.
- Be clear on the investment: Your future is not a discount purchase. Seek lawyers who are upfront about fees, processes, and expectations — no surprises, just transparent, professional service.
- Trust how you feel: When you meet them, notice if you feel heard, comfortable, and confident. You will share deeply personal details; your instincts about whether their heart is in the work matter.
Divorce is not only an ending — it is the launchpad for a new beginning. Partner with a team that helps you move forward powerfully, with clarity, confidence, and a plan.
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.
Pathway Legal family lawyers support clients in Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Surrey, and neighbouring communities, offering trusted and personalized legal guidance through your separation and divorce.
If you are looking for a divorce lawyer in Surrey or the Fraser Valley, 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 lawyers support clients in Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Surrey, and neighbouring communities, offering trusted and personalized legal guidance through your separation and divorce.
If you have need a divorce lawyer in Vancouver, 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.
Check out our reviews on Google!
What are real clients saying?
Were they listened to, respected, and supported? Did they feel the billing was fair and transparent?
Glowing client stories are a strong signal that you’ve found someone who walks their talk — and delivers results with integrity and empathy.
Here are some of our reviews on Google from our Vancouver office.
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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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Val Hemminger, founder of Pathway Legal, her legal team of family law lawyers, paralegals, and admin support staff serve families throughout BC, including Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Richmond, Abbotsford, Kamloops, Nanaimo, Victoria, Langley, Kelowna, Port Moody, and Maple Ridge.
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