Hemminger Law Group Westshore
123 - 2745 Veterans Memorial Parkway V9B 0H4 Victoria, BC, Canada

At Hemminger Law Group Westshore, we are thrilled to announce that we are changing our name to Pathway Legal Law Corporation! It is very exciting. Thanks to our whole team for your heart, creativity, and energy to this process: Michael Davis, Candy, Breanna, Josh, Sarah, Stephanie, Dawn, Jessi, and Michael Sandhy (even though he moved to Abbotsford!)

i. S.R. v. M.G., 2020 BCPC 57: Facts: The mother is a nurse who treated a patient with COVID19; she went into self-isolation for 14 days after treating the patient....Continue reading

If you are a frontline worker, we are doing your will for free: We have gotten a very positive response. We also thank everyone for their will instructions being relatively straight forward.... We want to get to everyone in these times. We also have a new Policy for Family Law Consultations: $100 deposit to meet with your lawyer virtually for the first time. If you hire us, we will apply the $100 to your first account. If you are not fully satisfied with the meeting with your lawyer we will refund your money. The reason we are asking for the $100 is that we want you to be as committed to your first meeting with your lawyer as we are. We are committed and already start working on your matter before you attend with us virtually. At Hemminger Law Group Westshore, before we even sit down with you: 1. We do a conflict check to ensure there is no conflict of interest. 2. We Set up your file in our computer system so your lawyer is able to focus immediately upon the issues at hand. 3. When we meet with you, we not only have your information, but we discuss strategy right from the get go. 4. We get a full understanding of your case. 5. We commence giving you direction. Again, if you are not fully satisfied, we will return your $100. Hang in there everybody. We are going to get through this! Your Hemminger Law Group Westshore Team

We are doing your will for free and we will accommodate your shift work if you are a frontline worker. Here is the case I mentioned: Ribeiro v. Wright, 2020 ONSC 1829 An Ontario decision denying an application for changing existing parenting time order simply because the father was not practicing social distancing and potentially endangering the child:... 28 I would urge both parents in this case to renew their efforts to address vitally important health and safety issues for their child in a more conciliatory and productive manner. 29 My denial of authorization to proceed with an urgent motion is without prejudice to the issue being returned to court if more serious and specific COVID-19 problems arise. Any future motion would again have to be reviewed by the Triage Judge. However, I hope that both parents will understand the limitations of the family court process at this critical time. 30 None of us have ever experienced anything like this. We are all going to have to try a bit harder - for the sake of our children.

Free Will for ALL Frontline Workers (health-care, grocery/pharmacy, driver, first-responder!) Are you a frontline worker in these tough times? At Hemminger Law Group Westshore (Pathway Legal) we are using a BROAD definition of frontline worker. Essentially, if you are someone who is helping our community by helping others, some of that time including coming into contact with others, you are a frontline worker.... Do you work in health-care where you have in-person contact with others? Then you are a frontline worker. Do you venture out and serve your community by working in a grocery store or pharmacy? Then you are a frontline worker. Do you deliver stuff to people including meals and other necessary items? Then you are a frontline worker. Are you a police officer, ambulance driver, or firefighter? Then you are a frontline worker. At Hemminger Law Group Westshore(aka Pathway Legal, but more on that later), we want to start by acknowledging the unprecedented hardships so many of you are facing. On behalf of our team, we want to thank all of the frontline workers whose relentless commitment and bravery continues to keep our communities safe. As you know, at 7 pm every evening across Canada, Canadians step out onto their porches and balconies to cheer the ongoing efforts of the frontline workers as they battle the COVID-19pandemic. This action makes us proud to be Canadian. As our way of giving back, our team at Hemminger Law Group Westshore (Pathway Legal) is providing FREE wills for frontline workers. Maybe you, like so many of us, have not gotten on with the boring job of getting your will done. Well, the last thing you need right now is the stress of worrying about your affairs being in order. Call us and we will get it done for you. (250-220-8686) Just mention to our staff that you are asking about the Free wills for frontline workers matter. Our team will immediately set up an appointment for you with a lawyer, either by way of telephone or Zoom. Much love, Your Hemminger Law GroupWestshore (Pathway Legal) Family Frequently asked questions: How much do you guys normally charge for a will? We usually charge $750 to $2000depending on the complexity. Do I need a lawyer to witness my will? You do NOT need a lawyer to witness your will. However, you need two people in the room at the same time as you execute your will. You also want to make sure that your witnesses are not beneficiaries of your will. When you get your will done, we can give you specific direction about how to do this process in a valid way.

Co-parenting and Covid-19 what should you do? Hemminger Law Group Westshore is hosting free clinics Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 11 am! Have questions regarding your child/children's parenting time with the other parent and what you should do? We want to help you!... We will be hosting some FREE law clinics where we discuss these issues and other questions, to help us, please let us know what times would be better for you. Disclaimer: Although we will do our best to give you as much information as possible, based on your questions . . . we cannot give you legal advice if you are not our client. Each case is different and has different facts and contexts).

Hemminger Law Group Westshore is open for business! We are, however, for the safety of our clients, community, and team working remotely. Call us at 250-220-8686 or contact us via our website. WE are here for you. ... This virus is causing some questions about parenting plans during such uncertain times. Each case is different, however, see if you can communicate with your co-parent and come up with an agreement and strategy for parenting and for meeting your child’s needs while in each of your care. #parenting #covid19parenting #highconflict #familylaw #langford #kidsrights

Hello Langford and everyone. We are here for you. If you wish for your lawyer to meet with you virtually no problem. #langfordrocks #cuddleup #bethebestdivorcelawyer

We are open for business! If you are practicing social distance we are here for you! We have arranged to be able to meet with our clients virtually for your safety and that of our law firm family’s safety and wellness. ... Just email or call us for more information if you need legal help during this challenging and confusing time. - Val Hemminger, owner, founder, dog lover

Shout out to this relatively new spot in Langford - great homemade healthy food made from scratch and supporting our local farms - House of Boateng - well done #livelylawyers #langfordrocka

Val and candy at the Marriott teaching a continuing legal education course!! #funlawyers #livelylawyers

When the 2 Michaels by the law boss moccasins honouring her and the pathway we are following ..... thank you Davis and Michael Sandhu - I am deeply honoured- xoxo

Frances Grey When you have a court day and your spirits get lifted when you meet this beautiful being #welovedogs. #yourlegalmentor

Please be advised that our office is closed today for a snow day! Everyone please be safe we will not be answering our phones but if you have a matter with a lawyer or assistant at the office we all have access to our email. Much love everyone. #yourlegalmentor #snowday

Because we want to keep our amazing staff and wonderful clients safe (and ok, the lawyers too) we might be closed on January 15, 2020 .. If you have a scheduled appointment please don’t venture in until you have called to check and see if we are in! We all have email access so if you need to email your lawyer or assistant please do so. Please be safe everyone! #snowday #yourlegalmentor #familylawyers

This is Inu. She just said WHAT?!? Holidays are over?! #lawdogs #familylawyers #yourlegalmentor