Difference between revisions of "The Court System for Family Matters"

The Supreme Court has special rules just for family law proceedings, the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mcr Supreme Court Family Rules]. If you are involved in a proceeding before the Supreme Court, you should try to read and understand these rules. The rules of court govern every aspect of a Supreme Court case, from starting a court proceeding to scheduling a trial. They set out important deadlines and limitations, and say what court forms must be used for which purpose. You also need to have a look at the [https://www.bccourts.ca/supreme_court/practice_and_procedure/family_practice_directions.aspx Practice Directions] and [http://www.courts.gov.bc.ca/supreme_court/practice_and_procedure/administrative_notices.aspx Administrative Notices] issued by the Chief Justice, which clarify aspects of the rules of court and describe additional processes and procedures.