CM Lawyers

09/01/2026

Proactive estate planning is one of the greatest gifts you can leave your family.

A comprehensive estate plan does more than just distribute assets. It protects your loved ones, minimizes potential disputes, and gives you complete peace of mind knowing your wishes will be respected.

Whether you need to draft a Will, establish a Power of Attorney, or set up a Representation Agreement in British Columbia, taking action today prevents unnecessary stress for your family tomorrow.

Our knowledgeable wills and estates law team provides tailored advice on your legal rights and obligations. Contact us online or call our office at 250-308-0338 to schedule a confidential consultation.

08/26/2026

Can you sue an ex-spouse for civil wrongs committed during or after a marriage?

While tort claims like assault or intentional infliction of mental suffering are possible, the legal threshold is high.

The BC Court of Appeal recently upheld the dismissal of a civil action involving tort claims between former spouses. Navigating family disputes and civil claims requires experienced legal guidance to ensure your rights and case are properly presented.

If you are considering legal action or facing family law disputes in BC, early strategic advice is crucial to building a viable case.

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Not enough evidence found for sexual assault, battery, intentional infliction of mental suffering

08/24/2026

Commercial real estate can be a game-changer for growing your business if you know how to navigate the legal and financial details.

From buying, selling, and developing property to securing the right financing, we guide you through every step so you can make smart, confident moves for long-term success.

To discuss your real estate matter with an attentive member of our team, please call us at (250) 308-0338 or contact us online.

08/20/2026

In British Columbia, equity-based compensation, such as stock options, Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and performance shares, is often a major component of an employee's total earnings.

Navigating complex corporate assets requires strategic legal representation to protect your financial position while ensuring full compliance with family property laws.

Learn more in our latest blog: https://ow.ly/hj8P50ZC1c4

Learn how stock options, RSUs and restricted shares may be divided after separation under British Columbia family property law.

08/17/2026

Whether protecting pre-existing equity, handling rapid compensation growth, or defining joint financial obligations, domestic agreements like prenups and postnups offer clarity and stability: https://ow.ly/BSvX50ZABU6

While AI is creating job insecurity among many white-collar workers, AI professionals could see their salaries skyrocket to unprecedented levels

08/14/2026

When relationships end, establishing a new co-parenting routine can be challenging. However, framing every decision around a single question, "Is this in our child’s best interest?" provides a clear framework for resolving disputes efficiently.

Whether you are negotiating an initial parenting agreement or seeking to vary an existing schedule, focused legal advice helps keep the focus where it belongs, on your child.

Our knowledgeable family law team provides tailored advice on your legal rights and obligations. Contact us online or call our office at 250-308-0338 to schedule a confidential consultation.

08/12/2026

Every young person deserves access to safety, dignity, and real opportunity. This International Youth Day, we stand with youth everywhere, turning shared dreams into real impact.

08/07/2026

A common misconception in estate law is that a surviving spouse is automatically entitled to receive all matrimonial assets upon death.

In a recent decision upheld by the Supreme Court of British Columbia, a court endorsed a deceased wife's decision to leave her 50% interest in the couple’s home to her surviving brother, dismissing the husband's application to vary the will. The court ruled that her decision fell within the range of reasonable and acceptable estate outcomes.

Proactive estate planning requires balancing family obligations with your true intentions: https://ow.ly/qlVN50ZxbH3

Court endorses woman's decision to leave her half of a couple's condo to brother

08/04/2026

Adding family members to a property title is often done for financing, cultural, or convenience reasons.

However, if circumstances change or an unexpected death occurs, the legal consequences can be significant. B.C. courts give substantial weight to registered title and documented intent.

Even when a non-registered spouse resides in the home and contributes to expenses, challenging joint tenancy through resulting trust or unjust enrichment claims requires a high evidentiary threshold.

Learn how B.C. courts evaluate conflicting evidence and equity claims in joint tenancy disputes: https://ow.ly/iliq50Zwggj

A BC case reviews joint tenancy, estate rights, trust claims, and unjust enrichment after a spouse dies without a will.

07/31/2026

Our office and staff were happy to be sponsors hosting the third hole at the Archway Open 2026 presented by Pricilla & Co. to raise funds for the Archway Society. Thanks to Jess Daly Photography for capturing the day.