Family Law
Family Law Services
Our team at Illuma offers passionate and personalized family law advocacy, prioritizing positive relationships and the safety of all involved to achieve impactful justice for our clients.
Guardianship & Parental Responsibilities: Guardianship and parental responsibilities involve important decisions about a child’s education, healthcare, and overall wellbeing. We help parents create practical arrangements focused on the best interests of the child.
Parenting Time: Parenting arrangements should provide stability and consistency for children after separation. We assist with parenting schedules, holidays, communication, and co-parenting concerns.
Child Support: Child support helps cover a child’s everyday needs and is generally based on income and parenting arrangements. We assist with calculations, disclosure issues, and support disputes.
Special & Extraordinary Expenses: Special and extraordinary expenses may include daycare, medical costs, extracurricular activities, tutoring, and post-secondary education expenses. We help parents determine how these costs should be shared.
Spousal Support: Spousal support can be complex both financially and emotionally. We provide guidance on entitlement, payment amounts, duration, and support reviews or changes.
Property & Debt Division: Separation often involves dividing family property and shared debts. We assist with homes, investments, pensions, business interests, and financial obligations.
Excluded Property: Certain assets may qualify as excluded property, including inheritances, gifts, or property owned before the relationship. We help clients understand what may or may not be divisible after separation.
What Sets Illuma Apart?
Collaborative
We believe the best outcomes come from positive relationships, not unnecessary conflict. Our team is known for treating judges, opposing counsel, mediators, and clients with professionalism and respect. By building strong connections and maintaining a collaborative approach, we create an environment where our clients’ voices are heard and their interests are genuinely prioritized.
Passionate
Family law requires compassion, practicality, and common sense. Rather than escalating disputes for the sake of fighting, we focus on efficient, solution-oriented advocacy that protects our clients emotionally and financially. We fight when it matters most, but always with purpose, clarity, and a level head.
Well-Being
Safety and well-being are at the centre of everything we do. We understand that family law issues deeply affect parents, children, and entire support systems. That’s why we approach every case with empathy, passionate advocacy, and a commitment to protecting those who may be vulnerable. Our clients are deserving of dignity, support, and meaningful change.
Why Choose Illuma?
At Illuma Law, we are proud to offer compassionate and experienced family lawyers who are dedicated to helping you navigate life's most challenging family issues. Abby Pang, with extensive court experience, brings a "family first" approach to resolving complex cases. Jenny Lin brings a deep and nuanced understanding of Chinese Mandarin cultures. Drawing from her own cultural background, she is well-equipped to recognize and address the unique needs of the communities she serves. Amanda Johl leverages her deep empathy and legal expertise, especially in child protection and divorce cases. Ahlia Moussa brings a vibrant, positive, and can-do attitude. She is strong, demonstrates solid understanding, and has the capability and commitment to assist and empower you. Lesleigh Mackenzie offers fresh, client-focused perspectives, with a strong focus on social justice and access to legal resources. Kaylie Hanna combines her legal acumen with a commitment to minimizing conflict.
Trust Illuma Family Law to guide you through your family law matters with professionalism and care.
Do You Have a Family Law Claim?
Determining whether your claim falls under family law typically depends on the nature of the issue you are facing. Family law covers a range of matters, including marriage, divorce, guardianship, parental responsibilities, parenting time, spousal support, adoption, and property & debt division. If your legal concern involves any of these areas, you may have a family law claim.
When making a claim, it's essential to understand the specific process for filing in family court, which can vary depending on the issue. A family lawyer can help clarify your situation, guide you through legal procedures, prepare the necessary documents, and represent your interests in court to ensure the best possible outcome.
“[I] had a very good experience with Abby over a case that lasted a few years. She was attentive and took time to explain to me any issues and items I didn’t understand whenever I had questions. I could also count on her to give recommendations on what was the best course of action to take. I felt I could trust her to help me get through the case. [I] would use her again.”
-N. H.
Vancouver’s most compassionate divorce lawyers
Abby Pang and the Illuma Family Law team are here to help determine financial responsibilities around childcare and economic hardships resulting from separation or divorce. Our collaborative approach supports Vancouver families navigating spousal support guidelines.