Family Law

Helping you Protect the People WHo Matter Most

Family changes can be stressful, emotional, and overwhelming. Whether you are separating, making parenting arrangements, addressing support, or planning ahead with an agreement, the decisions you make can have long-term consequences for you and the people you love.

At RDM, our family law team provides practical advice and steady guidance through difficult transitions. We take the time to understand your circumstances, explain your options, and help you make informed decisions with a focus on resolution wherever possible.

Our lawyers assist with family law matters throughout British Columbia, including:

• Separation
• Divorce
• Parenting Arrangements
• Child Support
• Spousal Support
• Division of Property and Debt
• Separation Agreements
• Marriage or Prenuptial Agreements
• Cohabitation Agreements
• Financial Disclosure
• Adoption
• Pet Custody Agreements

We can assist with negotiated resolutions, agreements, mediation support, and court proceedings where necessary.

FEES

At RDM, we strive to be transparent and flexible in how we bill for family law services.

Depending on your circumstances, we may offer unbundled services for specific tasks, full-scope retainers for broader representation, and fixed fees where appropriate.

For ongoing representation, we typically bill hourly based on the lawyer involved. Our lawyers’ hourly rates generally range from $200 to $525, depending on skill, experience, and area of focus. More information on hourly billing can be found by clicking here.

READY TO SPEAK WITH A FAMILY LAWYER?

Every family is different. If you need advice about separation, divorce, parenting, support, property division, or a family agreement, please contact our office at 604.853.0774 to schedule a consultation with a member of our Family Law Team.

If this is your first time meeting with a lawyer, we encourage you to read “Your First Litigation Consultation: What to Expect” to learn more about the consultation process, what information to bring, and how to make the most of your meeting.