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Builders’ Liens in British Columbia: What You Can Actually Lien For (And What You Can’t) Jamie Nay

In British Columbia, a builders’ lien is a powerful tool. But it’s not a catch-all remedy. You cannot always lien for everything you think you're owed, and getting it wrong can be expensive. Here’s what the Builders Lien Act actually allows, and where people tend to make mistakes.

Child Support in British Columbia: How It’s Calculated and Common Mistakes to Avoid Jamie Nay

When parents separate, one of the first questions that comes up is child support. Who pays? How much? And for how long? In British Columbia, child support isn’t discretionary or negotiable in the way many people assume. It’s governed by federal legislation and structured guidelines. While every family’s circumstances are different, the starting point is often more straightforward than people expect. Here’s how child support is calculated in BC, and some common mistakes that can become expensive later.

How Valid Is a Verbal Agreement? Jamie Nay

If you’ve ever shaken hands on a deal and later wondered whether that handshake would hold up in court, you’re not alone. I get asked about verbal agreements all the time – usually after a relationship has gone sideways. A text-message blowup. A former business partner who’s suddenly forgetful. A family member who insists they “never agreed to that.” Here’s how verbal agreements actually work under BC law, and where people tend to get into trouble.

What Happens to the Family Home in a Divorce? Jamie Nay

For most couples, the family home is more than an asset. It’s a place full of memories, stability, and emotion. It’s also, in most cases, the most valuable property in the relationship. So, what actually happens to the home when you separate or divorce in British Columbia? Who gets to stay, who gets paid out, and what if you can’t agree? Here’s how it works under BC’s Family Law Act, and what to expect when one person wants to keep the home while the other wants to sell.

Let's take a moment to dispel some myths and explore why the "bulldog lawyer" might not be the champion you need in a legal dispute. Here are five compelling reasons to think twice before subscribing to the bulldog belief.