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Family Law Lawyer New Westminster — Sea to Sky Law™
Award-winning family law, divorce, estate & mediation services in the Royal City
Sea to Sky Law™ is New Westminster's trusted family law firm — located in historic Sapperton, New Westminster. Serving divorcing families, estate clients, and businesses across the Royal City since 1991.
Our Head Office is in Sapperton, New Westminster — the original Sapper Town at the heart of Metro Vancouver. Andrew Liggett BA JD CD has been serving New Westminster families for over three decades, with particular expertise in family law, divorce, estate planning, and mediation.
New Westminster was BC's first capital, and its courthouse on Carnarvon Street has been the seat of justice for the Fraser Valley region since courts first operated here in 1860 — just after the mainland colony of British Columbia was established. The New Westminster Law Courts (651 Carnarvon Street) remain one of the busiest Supreme Court registries in the province, with experienced family law judges and a well-established registry, meaning your matter is in capable hands from the moment it is filed. Walking those courthouse steps, you are on the same ground lawyers and judges have walked for over 160 years. For New Westminster families, this continuity matters: Andrew Liggett practises minutes from the courthouse, making Sea to Sky Law™ the most conveniently located award-winning family law firm for Royal City families. Under BC's Family Law Act, family property acquired during your relationship is generally divided equally — whether that's a Sapperton townhome, a Queens Park heritage house, or a Quayside condo. The Sapperton neighbourhood has experienced significant real estate appreciation in recent years, with heritage properties and new townhomes attracting both longtime families and newcomers — making property division calculations more complex as homes appreciate. Many New Westminster couples also own investment properties or have significant pension entitlements (BCGEU members, public service employees, SFU-affiliated) that require specialist actuarial analysis during separation.
Our Sapperton Head Office serves clients by phone or secure video. Clients meet with us by phone or secure video.
Suite 109 — 245 East Columbia Street, Sapperton, New Westminster, BC V3L 3W4
Where is Sea to Sky Law's office in New Westminster?
Our Head Office is at Suite 109, 245 East Columbia Street in Sapperton, New Westminster. Clients meet with us by phone or secure video.
Do I need a New Westminster family lawyer for my divorce?
Yes — BC family law requires your lawyer to be licensed in BC, but not necessarily local to New Westminster. Sea to Sky Law has served New Westminster families for over 30 years and can represent you throughout BC.
How much does a divorce lawyer cost in New Westminster?
Fees vary by complexity. Uncontested divorces can be handled at a flat rate from a few hundred dollars. Mediated separations cost significantly less than contested court proceedings. Contact us for a free intake call to discuss your situation.
Can Sea to Sky Law handle my estate matters in New Westminster?
Yes — we provide full estate planning and probate services including wills, powers of attorney, probate applications, and executor support throughout New Westminster and the Lower Mainland.
What if we own multiple properties in New Westminster?
Multiple properties acquired during your relationship are all subject to equal division under BC's Family Law Act. Each property's value, mortgage balance, and intended future use must be carefully considered. We work with real estate appraisers and financial specialists to ensure accurate valuations.
How long does a New Westminster divorce typically take?
Uncontested divorces can be finalized in 4–8 weeks once paperwork is complete. Mediated separations typically take 2–4 months. Court proceedings can take 12–18 months or longer. We discuss your timeline in your free intake call.
Can I protect my pension in a New Westminster divorce?
Pensions earned during your relationship are family property subject to equal division. We work with pension experts and actuaries to calculate equalization payments or direct pension transfers, ensuring your rights are protected.
Family Lawyer New Westminster BC | Sapperton Head Office
Award-winning family lawyer in New Westminster BC — Sapperton Head Office. Divorce, custody, spousal support & estate planning.
Experienced divorce, custody, estate & mediation services for Chilliwack & Fraser Valley families
Sea to Sky Law™ provides comprehensive family law, divorce, estate planning, and mediation services to Chilliwack, Sardis, Cultus Lake, and the surrounding Fraser Valley. Virtual meetings available province-wide.
We serve Chilliwack families by phone or secure video throughout the Fraser Valley. Our decades of BC family law experience means Chilliwack clients receive the same award-winning legal expertise as our New Westminster clients.
Chilliwack is the commercial and legal hub of the eastern Fraser Valley, and its courthouse on Yale Road carries a name steeped in history — the old Yale Road was the historic wagon route connecting Fraser Canyon communities during the gold rush era, first bringing settlers and, with them, the need for formal legal order. The Chilliwack Law Courts (46085 Yale Road) handle Provincial Court family matters locally — parenting orders, child support, and protection applications — while BC Supreme Court matters, including divorce and contested property division, are typically heard at the New Westminster Law Courts. The courthouse also serves the Stó:lō people's traditional territory, and Chilliwack courts have been the venue for significant Indigenous rights proceedings over the decades. Chilliwack families dealing with separation often face the particular challenge of dividing properties that have appreciated significantly as Metro Vancouver growth has pushed eastward into the Fraser Valley. Under BC's Family Law Act, both the family home and any vacation property (such as Cultus Lake cabins) acquired during the relationship are generally subject to equal division. Acreage and agricultural property in the Sardis and Ryder Lake areas require specialist appraisal. Andrew Liggett BA JD CD brings over 30 years of BC family law expertise to Chilliwack clients — with full virtual consultations, you never need to drive to New Westminster for legal advice.
Chilliwack clients meet with us by phone or secure video conference. Virtual consultations are available province-wide. Contact us to arrange your preferred meeting format.
Yes — we provide family law, divorce, estate, and mediation services throughout Chilliwack, Sardis, Cultus Lake, and the Fraser Valley, with secure video and phone consultations available.
Can I have a virtual meeting with a Chilliwack family lawyer?
Absolutely. Sea to Sky Law offers secure virtual consultations throughout BC, including Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley — so you get experienced family law advice without leaving home.
What family law services are available in Chilliwack?
We handle divorce, child custody, parenting agreements, spousal support, property division, separation agreements, estate planning, wills, powers of attorney, and mediation for Chilliwack and Fraser Valley clients.
Is there a mediation option for Chilliwack family disputes?
Yes — Andrew Liggett is designated by the Law Society of BC (LSBC) as a Family Law Mediator and Arbitrator. Mediation is available for Chilliwack families by secure video or phone.
What if we own property in Cultus Lake or acreage in Sardis?
Vacation properties and acreage acquired during your relationship are family property subject to equal division. Each property requires independent appraisal and careful planning — especially where one party wishes to retain the property. We coordinate with agricultural and vacation property specialists.
How are business interests handled in Chilliwack divorces?
Family businesses (farms, agritourism, vineyards) must be valued by a qualified business appraiser. We coordinate valuations and help structure property division to allow one party to retain business continuity while the other receives equalization.
Can children move with me to another Chilliwack neighbourhood during separation?
Experienced family lawyer for Chilliwack & the Fraser Valley. Divorce, child custody, spousal support, estate planning & mediation. Virtual — serving all of BC.
Family Law Lawyer Surrey — Sea to Sky Law™ | surreyfamilylaw.ca
Trusted divorce, custody, estate & ADR services for Surrey & South Fraser families
Sea to Sky Law™ provides award-winning family law, divorce, estate planning, and mediation services throughout Surrey, Cloverdale, Newton, Fleetwood, and the South Fraser region. Virtual meetings available province-wide.
Surrey families have access to Sea to Sky Law's full range of legal services including divorce, child custody, spousal support, estate planning, and mediation. Andrew Liggett's LSBC ADR designations mean Surrey clients can resolve disputes without the time and expense of court.
Surrey's law courts are among the busiest in BC outside Vancouver, reflecting the rapid population growth that transformed Surrey from a rural municipality into one of Canada's largest cities. The Surrey Law Courts (14340 57 Ave) handle both Provincial Court and Supreme Court family matters, meaning Surrey families can often resolve parenting, support, and property disputes without leaving the city. The facility serves a combined population approaching 700,000 — its caseload has grown as dramatically as the city itself, with early courts here once governing a sprawling farming municipality that, within a few generations, became a dense urban centre. Surrey's rapid growth — particularly in Fleetwood, Cloverdale, and Clayton — has created a large number of families with recently purchased homes and significant mortgage debt, making property division a central issue in many separations. Under BC's Family Law Act, family property is generally divided equally, but the family home's treatment (buyout vs. sale) requires careful planning. Surrey also has a significant proportion of couples with immigration ties to South Asia and other regions — while BC law applies regardless of cultural background, Andrew Liggett approaches every family's circumstances with care and sensitivity. International assets, cross-border custody arrangements, and multi-country property holdings are more common here than almost anywhere else in BC, and Sea to Sky Law™ has experience navigating all of them.
Surrey clients meet with us by phone or secure video conference. Virtual consultations are available province-wide. Contact us to arrange your preferred meeting format.
Yes — we serve Surrey, Cloverdale, Newton, Fleetwood, White Rock, and the broader South Fraser region with full family law, estate, and mediation services, available virtually province-wide.
Costs depend on your situation. Uncontested divorces and mediated separations are significantly less expensive than court proceedings. We offer a free intake call so you can understand your options and likely costs before committing.
Yes — Sea to Sky Law offers mediation and arbitration throughout Surrey and the South Fraser. Resolving your dispute through ADR is typically faster, more private, and far less expensive than going to court.
What estate services are available for Surrey families?