Building Stronger Families, One Solution at a Time
At West Coast Family Law, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and efficient legal services to individuals and families navigating the challenges of family disputes, estate planning, and fertility law. Our goal is to help you find practical and respectful solutions, tailored to your specific circumstances.
Our Services
At West Coast Family Law, our team of experienced lawyers, Elise Schopper-Brigel and Karen Henry, offer a range of services to support your needs. Whether you are facing a separation or divorce, considering adoption, or require guidance on estate planning, we are here to help.
Family Law
Our lawyers have extensive experience in family law, including separation and divorce, asset division, parenting agreements, and pre-nuptial agreements. We understand the emotional toll that family disputes can have on individuals and families, and we strive to provide a sensitive and supportive approach to resolving these issues.
Collaborative Family Practice
Our collaborative family practice offers a non-adversarial approach to dispute resolution, where participants work together to find a mutually beneficial solution. This approach has a proven track record of success, with over 30 years of experience in the field.
Fertility Law
Elise Schopper-Brigel has extensive experience in fertility law, including surrogacy agreements, donor agreements, parental declarations, and mediation. She works closely with intended parents, surrogates, and donors to provide timely and personalized support.
Estate and Incapacity Planning
Karen Henry is a seasoned lawyer in estate and incapacity planning, providing expertise in wills, powers of attorney, representation agreements, and committeeships. She helps individuals and families prepare for the unknown, ensuring that their wishes are respected and their loved ones are protected.
Adoptions
Karen Henry has extensive experience in adoption law, assisting individuals and families through the adoption process, including domestic, international, and adult adoptions.
Mediation
Our team is comprised of experienced mediators, providing a safe and neutral environment for parties to negotiate and resolve disputes. Mediation is a confidential and cost-effective approach to resolving conflicts, with many family law cases resolving at mediation.
Our Team
Elise Schopper-Brigel and Karen Henry are committed to providing exceptional service, empathy, and expertise to their clients. Both lawyers have extensive experience in their respective fields, with Elise focusing on family law, fertility law, and mediation, and Karen specializing in family law, adoptions, and estate and incapacity planning.
Community Involvement
We are proud to be involved in our community, with Elise being a member of the Law Society of BC and Karen being a member of the Canadian Bar Association.
Conclusion
At West Coast Family Law, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and expert legal services to individuals and families navigating the complexities of family law, fertility law, and estate planning. Our team is committed to providing personalized support and guidance, empowering you to make informed decisions about your future.
Overall Experience
The reviewer, Tristan Hyde, had a highly positive experience with West Coast Family Law, awarding them a 5-star rating.
Law Firm Attributes
The law firm was described as professional, knowledgeable, and kind.
Services Provided
The law firm assisted the reviewer with egg donation and surrogacy, navigating the complex process amidst COVID-19 restrictions.
Personal Touch
The reviewer felt that the law firm played a significant role in ensuring everything was done correctly, and they are now blessed with a beautiful baby girl.
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