Service
Abbotsford Justice Access Centre
Provided by Ministry of Attorney General
143 other services offered by this agency.
Abbotsford Justice Access Centre
Provides access to justice interviewers, child support officers, and family justice counsellors who can help those going through separation or divorce with separation and divorce issues; guardianship, parenting arrangements and contact with a child; child and spousal support; ownership of companion animals (pets); parenting after separation; resolving family disputes (including court and non-court processes); and protection orders for family violence.
All services are confidential and provided free of charge to parents and other family members. Staff can help assess needs, provide information about legal and related issues and refer individuals to services and resources that are available for their situation, including: self-help and information services; dispute resolution and mediation options; limited legal advice provided by onsite partners (Legal Aid BC); and community resources and agencies.
There is a Self-Help Resource Room (SHRR) where anyone can access information or receive one-on-one assistance on family law issues, including information on legal issues, services, and court and non-court dispute resolution options. Staff can explain court procedures and provide access to court documents for those representing themselves in family-related legal proceedings. Provides a wide range of information and resources to serve patrons at any stage in their situation; services include Justice Interviewers who can provide legal information assistance with court documents; computers for research, accessing court forms and completing Parenting After Separation courses; family law reference materials; printers and photocopiers. Justice Access Centres do not deal with criminal issues or small claims court forms or filings.
Serves Abbotsford, east Langley (Aldergrove), Maple Ridge, Mission and the Fraser Valley. Hours are 8:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday to Friday. In-person and virtual services available during all business hours. The Self-Help Resource Room is open 9 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Hours subject to change. It is recommended that visitors who do not have an appointment phone before dropping in.
Address
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2nd Floor-32375 Veterans Way
Abbotsford, BC, V2T 0K1
Mailing Address
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2nd Floor-32375 Veterans Way
Abbotsford, BC, V2T 0K1