Entries by Laughlin Law

Bitcoin often used to conceal funds in a high-asset divorce

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in High-Asset Divorce on Monday, February 27, 2017. Just like the changes that the internet has brought in which emails have replaced traditional communication methods, technology has made it possible for monetary transactions to be done without a bank or a government entity. This has created […]

Symposium promotes divorce mediation vs. litigation

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in Divorce Mediation on Wednesday, February 22, 2017. It is reported that approximately four in every 10 marriages in Canada, including in British Columbia, end in divorce. A recent symposium was held in another province to help professionals in various fields who often have to deal […]

Division of property in every divorce has unique challenges

On behalf of Laughlin & Company, Lawyers Mediators posted Division of Property on Thursday, February 16, 2017. Any person in British Columbia who is going through a divorce might have noticed that there is no shortage of advice from friends and family — and sometimes even from strangers. Although it is important to have the moral […]

Division of property: Are cash divorce settlements taxable?

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers, Mediators posted Division of Property on Tuesday, January 31, 2017. When a married or common-law couple in British Columbia decides to go their separate ways, it may be wise for each party to retain legal counsel to provide guidance during negotiations. Division of property can be a complicated […]

Child custody, property division and lately — divorce ceremonies

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in Child Custody on Wednesday, January 25, 2017. January is often reported to be the month when many British Columbia married couples decide it is time to go their separate ways. Some people avoid divorce talk during the holidays — especially couples who have minor children. […]

Prenuptial agreements can prevent issues in division of property

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers, mediators posted Division of Property on Thursday, January 12, 2017. While conversations about prenuptial agreements used to be uncomfortable, more and more British Columbia couples find it the best way to protect their individual assets — not only in the event of a divorce but also if one spouse […]

Divorce mediation: Can a mediator also be legal advisor?

On behalf of Laughlin & Company Lawyers Mediators posted in Divorce Mediation on Thursday, January 5, 2017. British Columbia residents who are considering ending their marriages might have heard that they can avoid the costs and trauma typically associated with litigation. Opting for divorce mediation can provide a platform for peaceful negotiation by which both […]