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Family lawyers in Vancouver, BC

We are here for Vancouver families

Vancouver moves fast. Life gets complicated. And when a relationship ends, the last thing you need is a legal process that drags on for many months, and sometimes years, while the rest of your life sits on hold.

Pathway Legal's Vancouver office is located in the heart of the city at 885 West Georgia Street. We serve families across Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver, and we meet with clients province-wide by secure video so that distance is never a barrier to getting good legal advice.

We are a resolution-first firm. That means we come to every file with one goal: help your family reach a final separation agreement as efficiently, affordably, and peacefully as possible. Court is always available as a last resort. In our experience, it rarely needs to be the first move.

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 Family law services in Vancouver

Separation and divorce

The end of a relationship does not have to mean the beginning of a legal battle. We help Vancouver families understand their rights and options from the first conversation, and we handle both uncontested and contested divorces in BC.

Parenting arrangements

Parenting after separation looks different for every family. We help you build a parenting plan that protects your children's stability and keeps their best interests at the centre of every decision.

Child support

BC child support is calculated under federal guidelines and tied to income. We help you understand what applies to your situation, whether you are the paying or receiving parent, and we revisit arrangements when circumstances change.

Spousal support

Spousal support is one of the most fact-specific areas of family law. The right answer depends on your relationship, your finances, and your future plans. We explain what is realistic and why, without sugarcoating.

Property division

BC's Family Law Act sets out how property and debt are divided after separation. Vancouver real estate, business interests, and pensions all require careful analysis. We help you understand what you are entitled to and negotiate a fair outcome.

Collaborative family law

Collaborative law is one of the most effective tools available to families who want to resolve their matter without court. Both parties retain their own lawyers and commit to a structured, respectful process designed to reach a final separation agreement. We are experienced collaborative practitioners.

Mediation support

Mediation works best when both parties arrive prepared. Pathway Legal recommends that clients bring their lawyer to mediation, and our team attends with you so you have legal guidance at every stage of the process.

Unbundled legal services

Not every situation calls for full representation. We offer unbundled legal services for clients who need advice and document review on specific issues, at a cost that reflects the scope of the work.

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Why Vancouver families choose Pathway Legal

  • Resolution first, always. Going to court in BC takes many months, and sometimes years. It is expensive, unpredictable, and hard on families. We work hard to get you to a final separation agreement without it.
  • Transparent costs from the start. A simple uncontested divorce typically costs around $3,500. Negotiated or mediated matters range from $7,000 to $20,000. Collaborative matters from $10,000 to $30,000. We talk about costs openly at your first meeting.

    • We work around your life. Our Vancouver office is centrally located, and secure video appointments are available province-wide. If getting downtown is a challenge, we can meet you where you are.

  • A money-back guarantee on your first consultation. If you do not find your initial consultation valuable, we refund the fee. No questions asked.
  • Real people, real advice. Vancouver is a big city with a lot of law firms. We are not a factory. We take the time to understand your family's situation before we recommend anything.

Our Surrey Team 

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Our founder, Val Hemminger, has practised BC family law for over 30 years. She built Pathway Legal on the belief that families deserve legal support that is practical, human, and focused on real resolution, not prolonged conflict.

Reach our Vancouver office

Pathway Legal — Vancouver

885 West Georgia Street, Level 20, Vancouver, BC

Phone: 778-557-5099

Email: reception@pathwaylegal.ca

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We also serve clients in Burnaby, Richmond, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and across BC by secure video.

This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Family law is fact-specific and the law changes. Reading this does not create a lawyer-client relationship with Pathway Legal. For advice about your situation, consult a qualified BC family law lawyer.