Shergill Law Insightshttps://shergilllaw.ca/blog/Plain language articles on BC family law from Shergill Law Corporation, Surrey.en-ca Family Mediation for Punjabi and South Asian Families in Surreyhttps://shergilllaw.ca/family-mediation-punjabi-south-asian-families-surrey/https://shergilllaw.ca/family-mediation-punjabi-south-asian-families-surrey/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:39:02 -0700MediationHow family mediation works for Punjabi and South Asian families in Surrey, including privacy, family involvement, gold and jewellery, and overseas spouses. What Happens If Family Mediation Does Not Work? Your Options Under BC Family Lawhttps://shergilllaw.ca/what-happens-if-family-mediation-fails-bc/https://shergilllaw.ca/what-happens-if-family-mediation-fails-bc/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:24:28 -0700MediationWorried mediation will be a waste of money? A Surrey family lawyer explains what happens if mediation fails in BC and what your next options actually are. What a Divorce Really Costs in BC, and How to Keep the Bill Downhttps://shergilllaw.ca/how-much-does-a-divorce-cost-in-bc/https://shergilllaw.ca/how-much-does-a-divorce-cost-in-bc/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:19:30 -0700DivorceA Surrey family lawyer breaks down what a divorce actually costs in BC, from court filing fees to retainers, and the choices that cut the total in half. Common-Law Separation in BC: What You Are Actually Entitled Tohttps://shergilllaw.ca/common-law-separation-bc-entitlements/https://shergilllaw.ca/common-law-separation-bc-entitlements/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:17:04 -0700Property and DebtAfter two years living together in BC you have almost the same property and support rights as a married spouse. A Surrey family lawyer explains what changes. How Long Do You Have to Be Separated Before You Can Get a Divorce in BC?https://shergilllaw.ca/how-long-do-you-have-to-be-separated-before-you-can-get-a-divorce-in-bc/https://shergilllaw.ca/how-long-do-you-have-to-be-separated-before-you-can-get-a-divorce-in-bc/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:22:54 -0700DivorceIn BC, you must be separated for at least one year before a divorce is granted. Learn what separation means legally, when the clock starts, and how to file in Surrey. How new BC family law rules affect separation and parenting in Surreyhttps://shergilllaw.ca/how-new-bc-family-law-rules-affect-separation-and-parenting-in-surrey/https://shergilllaw.ca/how-new-bc-family-law-rules-affect-separation-and-parenting-in-surrey/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:47:27 -0700BC Family Law UpdatesFamily law changes Surrey: How new BC family law rules affect separation and parenting in Surrey. Practical guidance on recent changes. Contact Shergill La... Mediation vs court in BC family law: what separating couples in Surrey need to knowhttps://shergilllaw.ca/mediation-vs-court-in-bc-family-law-what-separating-couples-in-surrey-need-to-know/https://shergilllaw.ca/mediation-vs-court-in-bc-family-law-what-separating-couples-in-surrey-need-to-know/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:47:23 -0700MediationMediation vs court BC: Shergill Law Corporation explains mediation vs court in BC family law for Surrey couples. Save time and costs with practical legal guidance. What happens in mediation before a divorce in Surreyhttps://shergilllaw.ca/what-happens-in-mediation-before-a-divorce-in-surrey/https://shergilllaw.ca/what-happens-in-mediation-before-a-divorce-in-surrey/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:47:18 -0700MediationMediation before divorce Surrey: Shergill Law Corporation explains what happens in mediation before a divorce in Surrey. Learn the step-by-step process ... What to know before hiring a family lawyer in Surrey for your divorcehttps://shergilllaw.ca/what-to-know-before-hiring-a-family-lawyer-in-surrey-for-your-divorce/https://shergilllaw.ca/what-to-know-before-hiring-a-family-lawyer-in-surrey-for-your-divorce/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:46:27 -0700DivorceFamily lawyer Surrey: Shergill Law Corporation helps Surrey families understand what to know before hiring a family lawyer for divorce. Essential guidan... Separation Agreement Checklist BC: What to Includehttps://shergilllaw.ca/separation-agreement-checklist-bc/https://shergilllaw.ca/separation-agreement-checklist-bc/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:48:49 -0700Separation AgreementsPlanning a separation in BC? Use this checklist to understand what every separation agreement should cover, from parenting and child support to property and debt. How Property Is Divided in BC After Separationhttps://shergilllaw.ca/how-property-is-divided-in-bc-after-separation/https://shergilllaw.ca/how-property-is-divided-in-bc-after-separation/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:30:26 -0700Property and DebtWondering how property is split after separation in BC? Learn how BC's Family Law Act divides family property, excluded property, and when courts divide unequally. How to Choose the Right Family Lawyer in Surrey for Your Separationhttps://shergilllaw.ca/how-to-choose-the-right-family-lawyer-in-surrey-for-your-separation/https://shergilllaw.ca/how-to-choose-the-right-family-lawyer-in-surrey-for-your-separation/Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:30:17 -0700Court and ProcessChoosing family lawyer Surrey: Shergill Law Corporation guides Surrey families through selecting the right family lawyer for separation. Legal services in English, Punjabi, and Hindi. The hidden impact of culture and extended family on child support disputes in Surreyhttps://shergilllaw.ca/child-support-disputes-surrey/https://shergilllaw.ca/child-support-disputes-surrey/Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:07:00 -0700Child SupportChild support disputes Surrey: Shergill Law Corporation explains how cultural factors and extended family influence child support disputes in Surrey. Ge... Child Support Calculator BC: How Much Will You Pay or Receive?https://shergilllaw.ca/how-child-support-is-calculated-bc/https://shergilllaw.ca/how-child-support-is-calculated-bc/Mon, 25 May 2026 08:06:36 -0700Child SupportUse our guide to calculate child support in BC. Learn about the BC Child Support Guidelines, how income affects payments, and what you can expect to pay or receive. Free consultation. Property Division in BC Divorce: What You Need to Know About Dividing Assetshttps://shergilllaw.ca/property-division-bc-divorce-guide/https://shergilllaw.ca/property-division-bc-divorce-guide/Sun, 24 May 2026 08:39:03 -0700Property and DebtLearn how property division works in BC divorce. Understand family property, excluded assets, significant unfairness claims, and how to protect your financial interests. Free consultation. Separation Agreement in BC: The Complete Guide for Coupleshttps://shergilllaw.ca/separation-agreement-in-bc-the-complete-guide-for-couples/https://shergilllaw.ca/separation-agreement-in-bc-the-complete-guide-for-couples/Wed, 13 May 2026 14:22:20 -0700Separation AgreementsLearn everything about separation agreements in BC. Discover what to include, how to write one, template options, and why you need a separation agreement lawyer. Free consultation. Why Joint Uncontested Divorce Matters: The Smart Choice for Surrey Familieshttps://shergilllaw.ca/why-joint-uncontested-divorce-matters-the-smart-choice-for-surrey-families/https://shergilllaw.ca/why-joint-uncontested-divorce-matters-the-smart-choice-for-surrey-families/Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0700DivorceWhy Joint Uncontested Divorce Matters: The Smart Choice for Surrey Families When couples in Surrey decide to end their marriage, the path they choose ca... 5 Money-Saving Reasons to Choose Mediation Over Divorce Litigationhttps://shergilllaw.ca/5-money-saving-reasons-to-choose-mediation-over-divorce-litigation/https://shergilllaw.ca/5-money-saving-reasons-to-choose-mediation-over-divorce-litigation/Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0700Mediation5 Money-Saving Reasons to Choose Mediation Over Divorce Litigation When facing the end of a marriage, couples in Surrey and throughout British Columbia ... Step-by-Step Guide to Filing a Joint Uncontested Divorce in Surrey's BC Supreme Courthttps://shergilllaw.ca/step-by-step-guide-to-filing-a-joint-uncontested-divorce-in-surreys-bc-supreme-court/https://shergilllaw.ca/step-by-step-guide-to-filing-a-joint-uncontested-divorce-in-surreys-bc-supreme-court/Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0700DivorceStep-by-Step Guide to Filing a Joint Uncontested Divorce in Surrey's BC Supreme Court When couples in Surrey decide to end their marriage amicably, fili... 5 Money-Saving Reasons to Choose Mediation Over Divorce: A Step-by-Step Financial Guidehttps://shergilllaw.ca/5-money-saving-reasons-to-choose-mediation-over-divorce-a-step-by-step-financial-guide/https://shergilllaw.ca/5-money-saving-reasons-to-choose-mediation-over-divorce-a-step-by-step-financial-guide/Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0700Mediation5 Money-Saving Reasons to Choose Mediation Over Divorce: A Step-by-Step Financial Guide Facing divorce can feel overwhelming, especially when considerin... How Parenting Coordinators Are Reshaping Custody Disputes in Surrey: What Families Need to Know in 2026https://shergilllaw.ca/how-parenting-coordinators-are-reshaping-custody-disputes-in-surrey-what-families-need-to-know-in-2026/https://shergilllaw.ca/how-parenting-coordinators-are-reshaping-custody-disputes-in-surrey-what-families-need-to-know-in-2026/Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0700Parenting and GuardianshipHow Parenting Coordinators Are Reshaping Custody Disputes in Surrey: What Families Need to Know in 2026 Parenting coordinators are revolutionizing how c... How Surrey's 61% Drop in Court Filings Is Reshaping Family Law in 2026https://shergilllaw.ca/how-surreys-61-drop-in-court-filings-is-reshaping-family-law-in-2026/https://shergilllaw.ca/how-surreys-61-drop-in-court-filings-is-reshaping-family-law-in-2026/Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0700BC Family Law UpdatesSurrey's family court system is experiencing a dramatic transformation that's catching legal professionals and families by surprise. Recent data reveals a... Surrey's Short Marriage Support: Decoding BC's Two Key Formulashttps://shergilllaw.ca/surreys-short-marriage-support-decoding-bcs-two-key-formulas/https://shergilllaw.ca/surreys-short-marriage-support-decoding-bcs-two-key-formulas/Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:34:22 -0700Spousal SupportIn British Columbia, calculating spousal support for short marriages involves two key formulas: the Without Child Support Formula and the With Child... The Hidden Price of Victory: Legal Fee Recovery in BC Family Disputeshttps://shergilllaw.ca/the-hidden-price-of-victory-legal-fee-recovery-in-bc-family-disputes/https://shergilllaw.ca/the-hidden-price-of-victory-legal-fee-recovery-in-bc-family-disputes/Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:32:46 -0700Court and ProcessIn British Columbia family law disputes, the general rule is that each party pays their own legal costs. However, courts can order one party to pay the... BC Common-Law: The 2-Year Rule & What It *Really* Means for Your Relationship.https://shergilllaw.ca/bc-common-law-the-2-year-rule-what-it-really-means-for-your-relationship/https://shergilllaw.ca/bc-common-law-the-2-year-rule-what-it-really-means-for-your-relationship/Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:31:32 -0700BC Family Law UpdatesIn British Columbia, couples become "common-law spouses" after living together in a marriage-like relationship for two continuous years. However, this...