Moving Forward with Clarity and Confidence

When a relationship ends, one of the most important steps you can take is putting your agreement in writing. A separation agreement sets out how you and your former partner will handle property division, spousal support, child support, and parenting arrangements — without needing a judge to decide for you.

A well-drafted separation agreement gives both parties certainty, reduces conflict, and can save tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees compared to going to court.

What a Separation Agreement Covers

Every separation is different, but most agreements in British Columbia address:

• Division of family property and family debt

• Excluded property (assets brought into the relationship, inheritances, gifts)

• Spousal support — amount, duration, and whether it can be varied

• Child support — calculated under the Federal Child Support Guidelines

• Parenting time and parental responsibilities

• The family home — who stays, who goes, and when it's sold

Why You Shouldn't Use a Template

Online templates don't account for BC-specific rules under the Family Law Act, and they often miss critical issues that come back to cause problems. A separation agreement that doesn't comply with the law — or that was signed without independent legal advice — can be set aside by a court.

We draft separation agreements from scratch, based on your actual circumstances. If your former partner already has a draft, we review it carefully and make sure your interests are protected.

We Negotiate When Needed

If you and your former partner aren't yet on the same page, we can negotiate on your behalf to reach a fair agreement. Our goal is always to resolve things outside of court when possible — but if negotiation stalls, our litigation team is ready to step in.