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Not Second Class Dads EP.5
This is episode five of notsecondclassdads.ca. I'm family lawyer Scott Taylor, and today's topic...
Not Second Class Dads EP. 4 – Clash of Ego’s
Not Second Class Dads 4 – Aug 21, 2025: Welcome to the next installment of Not Second-Class...
Not Second Class Dads EP.5
This is episode five of notsecondclassdads.ca. I'm family lawyer Scott Taylor, and today's topic is loose lips. I can't recall exactly how often I am told by a client who is experiencing separation or divorce that they have been told by their farmer spouse what legal...
Not Second Class Dads EP. 4 – Clash of Ego’s
Not Second Class Dads 4 – Aug 21, 2025: Welcome to the next installment of Not Second-Class Dads.ca. My name is Scott Taylor.The title of today's episode is Clash of Egos.Just had a conversation today with a father, whose parenting time has been very limited forsome...
Not Second Class Dads EP. 3 – Taking Custody in the Old Days
Welcome to episode three of notsecondclassdads.ca. Title today's taking custody in the old days certainly here in British Columbia, Canada. There was reference to the term custody, as it relates to the children. The mother or the father could have sole custody, or the...
Not Second Class Dads EP.2
Welcome to episode two of notsecondclassdads.ca. The coming storm all the signs are there that your relationship may be coming to an end. It's just a matter of time until it's over. As a father who loves his children, you begin to wonder about the kind of parenting...
Not Second Class Dads EP. 1
Welcome to episode one of notsecondclassdads.ca I'm family lawyer and mediator Scott Taylor. If you a father concerned about the loss of your relationship with your children because of separation or divorce and feel that the legal system doesn't acknowledge or value...
Why Every Young Family in BC Should Consider an Estate Plan
When many people hear the term estate planning, they often think of retirees or those with significant wealth. However, estate planning is just as important for young families who are building their futures, raising children, and managing new responsibilities. In...
The Most Common Mistakes People Make When Writing a Will in BC
Writing a will is one of the most important steps in protecting your wishes and providing for your loved ones after you pass away. In British Columbia, a properly drafted will helps make sure your assets are distributed according to your instructions and that the...
Should You Name More Than One Executor? Pros and Cons for BC Wills
Choosing an executor is one of the most important decisions you will make when preparing your will. This person will be responsible for carrying out your final wishes, handling paperwork, dealing with assets, and communicating with beneficiaries. In British Columbia,...
Why Every Adult in BC Should Have a Power of Attorney
Life is unpredictable. While most people understand the importance of having a will, many overlook another essential legal document. A power of attorney gives someone you trust the authority to manage your financial and legal affairs if you are no longer able to do...