Nikki specializes exclusively in the area of family law. Her practice includes all matters affecting families in British Columbia such as separation, divorce, property division, common law trusts, spousal support, child support, guardianship, residency, and parenting time. She has extensive experience drafting complex cohabitation, marriage, and separation agreements, and has appeared before all levels of court in British Columbia. As a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, she provides services from either a collaborative or litigation approach depending on the individual needs of her clients.

Nikki was educated at the University of Victoria where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree, with distinction. She studied law at the University of British Columbia Law School and was called to the B.C. Bar in 2004. She received her certification as a Family Law Mediator in 2007 and her certification as a Collaborative Family Law Lawyer in 2008. She is an experienced Parenting Coordinator and member of the BC Parenting Coordination Roster Society.

Nikki is a contributor to continuing education seminars for other lawyers, and presents regularly at conferences on various complex issues affecting couples going through separation and divorce within British Columbia. She recently co-chaired the 11th Biennial Family Law Conference and will be  co-chairing and presenting on Hot Topics in Family Law Part II: Good Lawyering for Bad Parenting.

The Beginning Of The Process

Avoiding Court If Possible

Litigation

Disclosure Issues

Stay At Home Spouse Options

Common Family Law Issues

Preparing To Meet Your Lawyer

When Do Children Have A Say?

Cohabitation Agreements

What Does Mediation Look Like?

Breaking Down Legal Costs

Child Support Numbers

What Determines A Common Law Spouse?

Separation And Wills

Should I Leave The House?

Protecting Your Assets

Qualifying For Finance Post-Divorce