Sonia Kainth
Associate Counsel
For over 14 years, clients have entrusted Sonia with navigating the complexities of their evolving family dynamics. She is an Accredited Family Law Mediator, a Collaborative Family Lawyer, and litigator.
Clients rely on Sonia’s empathetic and sensible guidance to navigate the legal complexities associated with their unique situation. Sonia works closely with clients to identify their goals, uncover all legal issues, and develop holistic strategies to achieve their best possible outcome. Recognizing the deeply personal and emotional dimensions of these issues, Sonia excels in diffusing tensions while steadfastly advocating for her clients’ best interests. She utilizes a practical and strategic approach to resolve complex issues while fostering understanding and cooperation among all parties involved. Sonia believes in exploring collaborative solutions before turning to the courts, aiming to facilitate a fair and constructive path forward for everyone involved. At the forefront of all decisions is the client’s best interests and the best interests of their families.
Services:
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Collaborative divorce
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Mediation
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Cohabitation agreements
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Marriage agreements
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Adoptions
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Separation agreements
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Divorce
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Financial disputes
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Property division
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Spousal support
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Child custody
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Child support
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Unbundled legal services
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Independent legal advice on family law agreements
External Publications & Presentations​
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Everyone Law Clinic, Drafting Family Law Agreements and Affidavits, presenter, 2023
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Law Society of British Columbia’s Professional Legal Training Course, guest instructor – Family Law section, 2023 – present
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South Asian Bar Association of British Columbia, Family Law Update: Fall Conference, 202o
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Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia, Drafting Family Law Affidavits That Work, author, 2018
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Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia, Family Law Drafting Basics, co-presenter, 2018
Professional Associations:
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Canadian Bar Association, member, 2010 – present
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Canadian Bar Association BC Branch, member, 2010 - present
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Collaborative Divorce Vancouver, member, 2012 - present
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International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, member, 2012 - present
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Law Society of British Columbia, member, 2010 – present
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South Asian Bar Association of British Columbia, member
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Trial Lawyers of British Columbia, member, 2023- present