Child Custody
CHILD CUSTODY LAWYER IN NEW WESTMINSTER
If you are going through a divorce, a primary concern is to ensure that your children are well-provided for. Make sure that your family gets the financial and emotional care they deserve by consulting one of our child custody attorneys in New Westminster.
At Valerie M. Little Law Corporation, we don't just know about child custody, we are experts in child custody and child support. We have over 25 years of experience in family law and are knowledgeable about legal procedures to ensure your children are cared for in the best way possible. We make sure that deserving parents do not have to abdicate their custody and visitation rights—meaning that your children will end up in the best possible situation.
The Peace of Mind Your Deserve
Making proper arrangements for your child in the midst of divorce requires that you understand the nuances of child support. Child custody and guardianship are complex and multi-faceted, but with the help of Valerie M. Little, your child support attorney, you will understand the laws and rights affecting you and your child. We will help you make sure that your child is adequately financially supported. While divorce is never pleasant, our specialized family law training will assist you in alleviating the burden of child support hassles, meaning that you will have the peace of mind to move forward with your life again.
Whether you need to know more about parenting time, guardianship, or any other aspect of child custody law, the team at Valerie M. Little Law Corporation is here to educate and support you. When you come to us, we make it a priority to deliver individual attention and care to your case. No two situations are alike, and we take into account all circumstances before advising you on a course of action.
Set Up a Consultation with Us
If you have children and are facing divorce proceedings, don't go through it alone. Consult Valerie M. Little Law Corporation at your first opportunity to make sure your rights and those of your children are not compromised. We make your children a top priority and are ready to help your family make the most of your situation so you can move forward to live a productive and happy life.
Experienced Parenting Time Lawyer in BC
If you are going through a divorce, making shared parenting arrangements can be an arduous process. You must manage your own complicated feelings while trying to meet your children’s financial and emotional needs. Engaging the right family lawyer can simplify the legal process for you and assist to alleviate your emotional turmoil.
Valerie M. Little has over 25 years of experience specializing in BC family law and is knowledgeable about legal procedures. She will do her utmost to ensure your child’s needs are addressed in your family file. She and her team can help you find a fair resolution and legal arrangement for parenting time. Contact her today to arrange for your personal consultation in New Westminster.
Parenting Time Rights and Obligations in BC
The legal divorce process in BC assigns parental rights and obligations as outlined in the province’s Family Law Act and the federal Divorce Act. If you are a parent, these acts grant you certain rights and responsibilities. The rights of a parent include participating in decision-making around key aspects of the
child’s life, attending special events and time with the child during special occasions and holidays. It also includes the right to full guardianship if the other parent should die.
Your parental obligations include prioritizing your child’s needs and best interests in decision-making. You must communicate well with the other parent in matters relating to your child; this includes being open about your financial circumstances. You are also obliged to respect the other parent’s time and their relationship with the child.
Knowledgeable Family Lawyer in New Westminster
Valerie M. Little Law Corporation can help you navigate the language and laws around parenting time and child support. From her office in New Westminster, she serves clients throughout the Lower Mainland including Burnaby, Maple Ridge, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale, Delta, Langley, Tri-Cities, the Lower Mainland, Squamish and Whistler.
As a family law specialist, Valerie knows the intricacies of legal parenting arrangements in BC. and she can assist you in resolving your family law issues regarding parenting time and child support issues and headaches. Give yourself the peace of mind to move forward with your life again. Contact her today to schedule your private and individual family law
consultation.
On March 1st, 2021, significant changes came into force for the Canadian Divorce Act. Among these changes, the terms “custody” and “access” have been replaced with “parenting time” and “decision-making responsibility.” To find out more, read our blog post.
Valerie M. Little Law Corporation is centrally located in New Westminster and serves the surrounding areas of Burnaby, Maple Ridge, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale, Delta, Langley, Tri-Cities, the Lower Mainland, Squamish and Whistler.