Browse back issues of Sea to Sky Law™'s monthly newsletter — family law, estate planning, and proactive legal tips from Andrew Liggett.
Sea to Sky Law™'s monthly newsletter delivers plain-language legal updates and practical advice on family law, estate planning, business law, and conflict resolution — all tailored to British Columbia residents. Each issue is written by Andrew Liggett, a lawyer with 35+ years of experience navigating the real legal issues that affect BC families and business owners.
The newsletter archive below contains back issues dating to 2025. Topics include child support guideline changes, mediation vs. court, business valuation in divorce, grey divorce (later-life separation), tax planning after separation, spousal support, wills and estate planning, and timely updates on BC legal developments. Each issue is typically 5–10 minutes to read and designed for people who want to stay informed without jargon or overwhelming detail.
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Plain-Language BC Legal Updates — Written for Families, Not Lawyers
Since 1991, Andrew Liggett BA JD CD has guided BC families through separation, divorce, estate planning, mediation, and business transitions. This newsletter is his way of sharing that experience with a wider audience — practical, plain-language updates on the issues that matter most to BC families, delivered monthly at no cost.
Each issue focuses on real legal developments in British Columbia: changes to the Family Law Act, new court decisions affecting child custody and spousal support, updates to WESA (the Wills, Estates and Succession Act), and practical tips for protecting your assets, your children, and your future through proactive planning. You will never find generic national content repurposed for BC — every article is written with BC legislation, BC courts, and BC families in mind.
The archive here represents the full history of published issues. Whether you are researching how property division works under BC's Family Law Act, trying to understand the difference between a separation agreement and a divorce order, or wondering when you need to update your will, these back issues form a comprehensive reference library written for the families and individuals we serve every day.
Topics covered across past issues include: business owner divorce and company valuation in BC, grey divorce (separation after 50 and its unique financial consequences), the legal checkup — our proactive twice-yearly review of your family law, estate, and business legal situation — how mediation and arbitration can resolve family disputes without the cost and stress of court, executor duties under WESA, and how BC's new estate law treats wills made before and after separation.
If a past issue addresses something relevant to your situation, we encourage you to read it alongside a consultation with our office. Every case is different, and a newsletter article is no substitute for personalised legal advice — but an informed client is always better positioned to make good decisions. Subscribe to receive future issues directly in your inbox.
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July 2026 — Summer Planning: What Changes at Separation
Many BC families make major life decisions in summer — moves, job changes, new living arrangements. If separation is happening, here's what needs legal attention before September.
June 2026 — Child Support Guidelines Update & What It Means
Federal child support guidelines changed mid-year. If you're separated or going through separation, here's how the update affects your support obligations and what to check.
May 2026 — Tax Planning After Divorce: Five Critical Steps
Separation changes your tax situation dramatically — filing status, deductions, credits, and spousal support treatment. Coordinate with your accountant. Here's what a lawyer needs you to know.
April 2026 — Wills & POAs: When Separation Means Urgent Updates
Your will and powers of attorney probably name your spouse. At separation, you need to fix this immediately — not after the divorce finalizes. Here's why and how.
March 2026 — Mediation vs. Court: Five Questions to Ask
Not every family law matter suits mediation — and not every one needs court. Andrew walks through the five questions that reveal which path is right for you.
February 2026 — Business & Divorce: Protecting What You Built
If you own a business, separation triggers valuation, potential buyout offers, and complex tax consequences. Here's what a lawyer and accountant need to discuss immediately.
January 2026 — New Year, New Legal Checkup: Six Signs You Need One
Start 2026 by reviewing your estate plan, family law status, and business structure. Six signs that a legal checkup should be on your 2026 list.
December 2025 — Estate Planning Before Year-End: Why You Shouldn't Wait
December is peak estate planning month in BC. Why lawyers and families do this now, and what you need to get it done right.
November 2025 — Grey Divorce: Later-Life Separation Issues
Separation after 50 raises unique legal questions — pensions, retirement income, long-term care planning, and estate consequences. Here's what's different.
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