BC Family Law Guides

Plain-language articles to help BC families understand their rights and options.

Written by Mathais Sarrazin — Barrister and Solicitor, Law Society of British Columbia

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A laptop, notebook, and coffee mug on a sunlit kitchen table — a quiet workspace for sorting through a separation

GeneralMay 14, 20269 min read

The Best Family Law Software in BC (2026): A Lawyer's Guide to Free Tools for Separation & Divorce

A practicing BC family lawyer reviews the four free family law software tools British Columbians can actually use in 2026 — what each one does well, where it falls short, and what's still missing.

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A clean home office desk with a laptop and gold stationery, representing accessible legal tools for BC families

GeneralApril 16, 20267 min read

Access to Justice Shouldn't Be a Privilege: The Simply Separation Mission

Simply Separation is building free, professional-grade legal tools for BC families navigating separation — because understanding your rights shouldn't depend on what you can afford.

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