My partner and I are splitting up. What now?

We've been married for over 10 years, and it ended suddenly. I have no idea where to start looking for help.

Annie

Annie

Williams Lake, BC

Family law is the area of the law that deals with problems couples face when they break up — how property should be divided, how any children will be cared for, whether someone needs extra money to help pay the bills, and so on. Three excellent starting points are:

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