Roland Luo

05/29/2026

The British Columbia Court of Appeal recently clarified the strict rules surrounding excluded property in family law. The decision highlights the immense difficulty of protecting pre-marital assets or inheritances once they have been mixed with family funds.

In this case, a spouse attempted to claim a multi-million dollar exclusion for funds brought into the marriage a decade earlier. However, because the money had been moved through various bank accounts and combined with family assets over ten years, the court ruled that the exclusion was lost. The decision confirms that without a clear, unbroken paper trail tracing the exact movement of the original funds, courts will treat the assets as equal family property.

This ruling serves as a critical warning for individuals looking to protect their wealth. Our latest blog post breaks down the decision and explains the meticulous tracking required to safeguard excluded property.

Struggling with excluded property in a BC divorce? Learn how Mills v. O'Connor impacts tracing inheritance and joint property division.

05/25/2026

When proprietary secrets are stolen or a former partner begins poaching your clients, time is everything. In British Columbia, an interlocutory injunction can be the difference between saving your business and watching it quietly collapse.

But as the 2024 decision in Karras v. Wizedemy Inc. shows, securing one requires a precise legal strategy and a thorough understanding of the court's strict evidentiary standards.

Our latest blog breaks it down: https://www.rolandlaw.ca/blog/injunctions-in-bc-law-protecting-your-high-stakes-business-interests/

Learn how to protect your business assets with an injunction in BC. Explore developments on non-competition clauses and irreparable harm.

05/15/2026

Fireworks, family, fresh air — that can only mean one thing. Happy Victoria Day weekend! 🎇 Take a breath, take a break, and enjoy this well-earned long weekend.

05/10/2026

To the women who balance it all with remarkable dedication, have a wonderful Mother's Day.

05/01/2026

From coast to coast, Asian Canadians have enriched our communities, our culture, and our economy for generations. This May, we take time to learn, reflect, and celebrate. 🌸

05/01/2026

This Jewish Heritage Month, take a moment to explore the art, food, music, and history of Jewish Canadian culture. There's so much to discover and celebrate!

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎 Earth Day 2026 encourages us to repair and reuse what we already own. Extending the life of our belongings is a powerful act of environmental stewardship.

04/17/2026

As we observe Law Day, we celebrate the legal frameworks that allow our society to thrive in peace and order. Understanding the law is the first step toward participating fully in the democratic processes that shape our future.

04/08/2026

Recognizing the International Day of Pink is about more than wearing a colour; it is about taking a stand for equality and courage. We honour the initiative started by students who chose to support a peer, proving that small acts of solidarity can spark a global movement. We remain dedicated to building a culture of belonging where harassment has no place.

04/05/2026

Wishing you a very happy Easter and a bright season ahead.

03/21/2026

Eliminating racial discrimination requires more than just words; it requires consistent and intentional action from all of us. As we observe the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we encourage everyone to listen to marginalized voices, challenge their own biases, and advocate for equitable policies. Together, we can build a more inclusive country where everyone feels they truly belong.