Serving Mission, Fraser Valley
Family Law Lawyer Mission BC — Sea to Sky Law™
Divorce, property division, child custody & estate planning for Mission & Upper Fraser Valley families
Sea to Sky Law™ serves Mission families with experienced family law, divorce, property division, child custody, and estate planning. Virtual consultations available province-wide.
Mission sits at a crossroads between Metro Vancouver and the Upper Fraser Valley — a growing community of families in Mission City, Stave Falls, Hatzic, Cedar Valley, and Silverdale. Andrew Liggett BA JD CD brings over 30 years of BC family law expertise to Mission families navigating separation, property division for larger lots and rural acreage, child custody, and estate planning. Sea to Sky Law™ makes expert legal counsel accessible to Mission families through virtual consultations and flexible scheduling.
About Mission
Mission courthouse sits on the Lougheed Highway corridor — the old valley road that preceded Highway 1 as the main artery of the Fraser Valley. Mission holds a notable place in the regional legal landscape: Mission Institution federal penitentiary is located within the city, meaning the courthouse and the correctional system are unusually close, with transfer and custody matters a regular feature of court business. The Stó:lō Nation long-standing presence in the Fraser Valley has meant Mission courts have seen significant Indigenous rights and child welfare proceedings over the decades. For Supreme Court matters, Mission residents attend the New Westminster Law Courts. Mission growing communities of Hatzic, Cedar Valley, and Stave Falls bring rural property division matters requiring specialist appraisal — Sea to Sky Law works with qualified rural appraisers to ensure Mission clients receive fair valuations.
Provincial Court family matters for Mission are heard at Mission Provincial Court (32315 Lougheed Hwy, Mission). BC Supreme Court matters — including contested divorce and property division — are heard at New Westminster Law Courts (651 Carnarvon Street). Virtual consultations available province-wide for all Mission clients.
Common questions
Does Sea to Sky Law serve Mission and the Upper Fraser Valley?
Yes — we provide family law, divorce, child custody, property division, and estate planning services throughout Mission, Hatzic, Cedar Valley, Silverdale, Stave Falls, and surrounding Upper Fraser Valley communities. Virtual consultations make expert legal advice accessible without the need to travel.
Which courthouse handles Mission family law matters?
Provincial Court family matters for Mission — including protection orders and CFCSA applications — are heard at Mission Provincial Court (32315 Lougheed Hwy). BC Supreme Court matters, including contested divorce and property division orders, are heard at New Westminster Law Courts (651 Carnarvon Street). Sea to Sky Law™ represents Mission clients at both locations.
How is rural or acreage property divided in a Mission separation?
Mission has significant rural and acreage properties, particularly in Hatzic, Cedar Valley, and Stave Falls. Under BC's Family Law Act, family property acquired during the relationship — including rural land — is generally divided equally.
What are my options for resolving a Mission custody dispute without going to court?
Many Mission families resolve parenting and custody disputes through mediation or collaborative law — faster, less costly, and less adversarial than court. A Parenting Coordinator (PC) can also be appointed for ongoing high-conflict situations. Sea to Sky Law™ offers mediation services and helps Mission parents find the resolution path that works best for their family.
Can Sea to Sky Law help with estate planning for a Mission family?
Yes — wills, powers of attorney, representation agreements, and complete estate planning are available for Mission families. With significant real estate and growing families in Mission, a properly structured estate plan ensures your assets are protected and your family is provided for. Virtual consultations make estate planning easy — no travel needed.
Contact us
Mission, BC (virtual meetings — contact us)
Phone: 778-728-0208
This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Meetings are by appointment only, by phone or secure video.