Business Details
19 Years
experience
Kelowna Family Law Mediation Services
Mediation & Family Law has been serving Kelowna clients since 2007, empowering individuals through legal challenges related to family matters. Our practice focuses on mediation, divorce, separation agreements, child custody, spousal support, and property division, combining advocacy with client education. With over 14 years of legal experience, our lead attorney Clayton Miller brings a unique background in education and advocacy to ensure clients understand their rights and responsibilities.We prioritize personalized solutions through mediation, negotiation, and collaborative law to minimize conflict while protecting client interests. Our expertise extends to representing parents and grandparents in matters involving the Ministry of Children and Family Development, offering notarization services, and resolving complex property division disputes. We are committed to providing accessible, transparent legal guidance tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Services
Mediation
Divorce & Separation
Child Custody
Prenuptial Agreements
Spousal Support
Property Division
Collaborative Law
Notarization Services
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 14+ years of specialized family law experience with personalized client education.
- Our mediation services prioritize amicable resolutions while protecting client interests.
- We provide comprehensive legal support for complex family law matters including property division.
- Our practice combines legal advocacy with conflict resolution expertise.
- We represent clients in matters involving the Ministry of Children and Family Development.
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of British Columbia
- Canadian Bar Association
Services
Mediation Services
Our mediation services help clients resolve family law disputes amicably through confidential negotiations. We specialize in divorce, child custody, and property division cases where parties prefer collaborative solutions over litigation. With trained mediators facilitating communication, we help clients create legally binding agreements that address their unique circumstances while minimizing emotional and financial strain.
Divorce & Separation
We guide clients through divorce and separation processes including asset division, child custody arrangements, and spousal support determinations. Our team helps draft separation agreements while ensuring legal compliance and protecting client interests. We emphasize negotiated solutions but provide court representation when necessary, always prioritizing clients' long-term well-being and financial security.
Child Custody
Our child custody services focus on creating parenting plans that serve children's best interests while respecting parental rights. We handle custody determinations, access arrangements, and modification requests with sensitivity to family dynamics. We help establish clear guidelines for decision-making responsibilities and parenting time while advocating for stable environments for children.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial and cohabitation agreements that outline financial responsibilities and property division terms. Our agreements include enforceable provisions protecting individual assets while addressing potential relationship changes. We ensure legal compliance and clarity in contracts for both married and common-law couples planning their financial futures.
Spousal Support
Our spousal support services involve determining fair financial arrangements during and after relationship dissolution. We analyze income complexities, tax implications, and living standards to establish reasonable support terms. We represent clients seeking or contesting support payments while ensuring compliance with Canadian family law guidelines and addressing unique financial circumstances.
People
Clayton Miller
Lawyer
Clayton Miller is a family law attorney with 14+ years' experience, holding a Master of Laws degree from the University of Saskatchewan. Formerly a public school teacher, he combines advocacy and education to help clients understand legal processes. He specializes in mediation, collaborative law, and complex family disputes.
Questions
What is mediation and how does it work?
Mediation is a voluntary, confidential process where a neutral professional helps parties reach binding agreements without court involvement.
Can you review contracts before signing?
Yes, we provide independent legal advice on contracts like cohabitation agreements to ensure you understand legal implications.
What is Collaborative Law?
Collaborative Law resolves disputes out-of-court with separate lawyers, terminating representation if court action becomes necessary.
When should I file a Notice of Family Claim?
Consult a lawyer first to understand legal implications, as filing involves complex considerations about divorce or separation.
How can I minimize divorce costs?
Explore mediation, understand legal options early, and seek professional guidance to avoid costly mistakes.
What is excluded property in BC?
Excluded property includes pre-relationship assets, inheritances, and personal injury awards, determined by specific legal factors.
