BC Family Law Firm — Sea to Sky Law™
This is the official website of the
— a British Columbia law firm and its regional divisions, all operating under one firm's licence, values, and leadership.
All regional domains are divisions of the Sea to Sky Law Group.
Sea to Sky Law™ exists because British Columbians deserve legal counsel that is both exceptional in quality and practical in approach.
Sea to Sky Law™ was founded on the North Shore in
by Andrew Liggett — recipient of the
2022 Readers' Choice Award — New Westminster
, the firm now serves all of British Columbia from multiple locations — with Head Office in Sapperton, the original Sapper Town in the Royal City of New Westminster, at the centre of the Metro.
is one of the oldest and most storied neighbourhoods in British Columbia. Named for the Royal Engineers — the
— who established their camp here in 1859 under Colonel Richard Moody, Sapperton was the original townsite of New Westminster, BC's first capital city. The Royal Engineers laid out the streets, built the first roads, and shaped the legal and civic foundations of the province — a legacy of precision, service, and public trust that Sea to Sky Law™ is proud to continue from this historic ground.
New Westminster itself holds the title of
— the only city in Canada with a royal designation granted by Queen Victoria in 1860. It sits at the geographic heart of Metro Vancouver, where the Fraser River has carried commerce and community for thousands of years. Our Head Office at the Keary Centre in Sapperton places us at the true centre of the region.
Our Symbol — The Scales of Justice.
We chose the scales as our mark because they stand as a symbol of balance, fairness, and trust. In family law, when emotions run high and the future feels uncertain, you need a beacon — a steady, reliable source of light and trusted solutions. Like a lighthouse cutting through fog, the scales represent our commitment to guide you through legal complexity with clarity, wisdom, and unwavering integrity.
to reflect the breadth of BC we serve and the network of regional practices we have built. The
represents the Pacific — the tidal inlets, ferry crossings, and coastal communities of Howe Sound and the Sunshine Coast. The
represents the mountains — the Coast Range, alpine communities, and the vast interior of British Columbia. Together, they frame the entire province the firm has always aspired to serve.
To better serve distinct regions across BC, the Sea to Sky Law Group operates under regional domain names that correspond to the communities we practice in:
What sets us apart is our genuine commitment to ADR — alternative dispute resolution. Andrew Liggett holds the Law Society of British Columbia (LSBC)
designation — covering both the LSBC Family Law Mediator and Family Law Arbitrator designations. This means our clients access a full range of resolution pathways: negotiated settlement, mediation, arbitration, and med-arb — before we ever recommend the courtroom.
We are experienced in both straightforward and complex matters — from separation agreements and estate planning to high-asset divorces, contested estates, and business disputes — always guided by the principle that good strategy and early resolution serve our clients better than prolonged conflict. Our clients expect discretion, sound judgment, and results.
We also believe deeply in community. From flexible retainer options and unbundled legal services to public legal education, Sea to Sky Law™ strives to make quality legal counsel available to all British Columbians. Learn more about our
— our proactive planning service for families who want to prevent legal crises before they happen.
legal aid services to members of the
in Mount Currie — appearing on their behalf at the BC Provincial Court in Pemberton. That work reflected a long-standing commitment to access to justice for all communities along the Sea to Sky Corridor, including those who have historically had the least access to legal representation. The Líl̓wat people's territory runs through the heart of the corridor the firm is named for, and that connection remains meaningful to us.
Head Office — Keary Centre, New Westminster, BC
BA, JD, CD — LSBC Family Law ADR Professional
Sea to Sky Law™ has been recognised by clients, peers, and community organisations across British Columbia for outstanding legal service, community leadership, and commitment to accessible justice.
From Sapperton to Every Corner of British Columbia
Our roots are in Sapperton and the North Shore — but our reach extends to Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, the Sunshine Coast, the Sea to Sky corridor, Vancouver Island, and beyond. Phone and video meetings by phone or secure video mean no client is out of reach.
A confidential, no-obligation intake call with Sea to Sky Law™. By phone or video by phone or secure video — anywhere in BC. Serving all of BC by phone or secure video.
About Sea to Sky Law™ | BC Family Lawyer Since 1991
Meet Andrew Liggett — BC family lawyer since 1991. Global Law Experts 2026 recognised. LSBC Family Law Mediator & Arbitrator. Serving all of BC.
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Andrew Liggett BA JD CD has practised BC family law, estate planning, and mediation since 1991 — decades of experience. He holds LSBC Family Law Mediator and Family Law Arbitrator designations, and is recognised by Global Law Experts 2026 as a Recommended Expert in Family Law Canada.
Global Law Experts — Recommended Expert in Family Law Canada 2026
CBRB Community Business Recognition Board Award 2024, 2025 & 2026
2022 New Westminster Record Readers' Choice Award — Best Legal Services
Alignable Community & Local Business Awards 2022–2025
CBRB Community Business Recognition Board Award 2026
Three consecutive years of community recognition — 2024, 2025, 2026 — for outstanding legal service in New Westminster, BC.
International recognition as a Recommended Expert in Family Law Canada — one of a small number of BC family lawyers to receive this designation.
Community-voted recognition for outstanding client service and commitment to accessible justice in New Westminster and across BC.
Four consecutive years of Alignable network recognition for community leadership, peer trust, and local business excellence.
Designated by the Law Society of British Columbia as a Family Law ADR Professional — holding both Family Law Mediator and Family Law Arbitrator designations.
Three decades of sustained peer ratings for legal ability and ethical standards in BC family law practice.
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LSBC Family Law ADR Professional — Family Law Mediator & Family Law Arbitrator designations
Decades of successful experience in BC Provincial, Supreme & Appeal Courts
17 years CAF Reserve — Military Police | Provincial Deputy Sheriff
BA, Political Science (International Relations) | Certificate in Criminology
Helping BC clients resolve family, estate & business disputes for over 35 years
Transparency and honesty in every client interaction
High-calibre counsel accessible to all British Columbians
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