Family Law
Nikki Charlton
Navigating the legal aspects of your divorce can be overwhelming. Our videos with Nikki can help set you on the right path.
Nikki specializes exclusively in the area of family law. Her practice includes all matters affecting families in British Columbia such as separation, divorce, property division, common law trusts, spousal support, child support, guardianship, residency, and parenting time. She has extensive experience drafting complex cohabitation, marriage, and separation agreements, and has appeared before all levels of court in British Columbia. As a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, she provides services from either a collaborative or litigation approach depending on the individual needs of her clients.
Nikki was educated at the University of Victoria where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree, with distinction. She studied law at the University of British Columbia Law School and was called to the B.C. Bar in 2004. She received her certification as a Family Law Mediator in 2007 and her certification as a Collaborative Family Law Lawyer in 2008. She is an experienced Parenting Coordinator and member of the BC Parenting Coordination Roster Society.
Nikki is a contributor to continuing education seminars for other lawyers, and presents regularly at conferences on various complex issues affecting couples going through separation and divorce within British Columbia. She recently co-chaired the 11th Biennial Family Law Conference and will be co-chairing and presenting on Hot Topics in Family Law Part II: Good Lawyering for Bad Parenting.
Full Interview With Nikki
Nikki discusses important issues with Sabeena
The Beginning Of The Process
Avoiding Court If Possible
Litigation
Disclosure Issues
Stay At Home Spouse Options
Common Family Law Issues
Preparing To Meet Your Lawyer
When Do Children Have A Say?
Cohabitation Agreements
What Does Mediation Look Like?
Breaking Down Legal Costs
Child Support Numbers
What Determines A Common Law Spouse?
Separation And Wills
Should I Leave The House?
Protecting Your Assets
Qualifying For Finance Post-Divorce