Tanya Thakur

With her expertise in family law, Tanya Thakur dedicates herself to easing the burdens of families navigating the complexities of separation. Her approach, rooted in collaborative law and litigation, focuses on crafting personalized solutions that address the distinctive challenges her clients face. By offering insightful counsel, Tanya aims to diminish the emotional weight of separation, guiding her clients through their choices and potential outcomes with precision and care. Her legal acumen encompasses a broad spectrum of family law matters, from drafting cohabitation and marriage agreements that deal with intricate asset and support issues to resolving disputes over guardianship, parenting, child and spousal support, and the division of property and debts. Moreover, Tanya's commitment extends to facilitating adoptions, showcasing her comprehensive support in all aspects of family law.

In her pursuit of resolutions that honor the family's best interests, Tanya tirelessly advocates for settlements outside the courtroom, recognizing the emotional and financial toll of legal battles. She is well-prepared to defend her clients in court if necessary, always with a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This dedication also shines through in her provision of legal coaching, a service that has empowered clients to secure favorable judgments in trials.

Tanya's practice is also marked by a trauma-informed approach, reflecting her deep understanding of the sensitivity required in family law. Her representation extends to both the BC Provincial Court and Supreme Court, where she has advocated for clients in extensive trials, as well as mediations and arbitrations, always striving for successful resolutions.

Her commitment to continuous learning ensures Tanya remains at the forefront of legal practice, particularly in areas of family violence, collaborative practice, and mediation. She enriches the legal community by sharing her knowledge, training advocates, and law students on a wide array of subjects, from drafting affidavits to legal ethics.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Tanya's dedication to community service is profound. Her volunteer work includes serving on the Board of Directors for Rise Women’s Legal Services and supervising legal projects that support victims of domestic violence. Her efforts to provide accessible legal advice through various pro bono initiatives reflect her belief in justice for all. Additionally, Tanya contributes to the legal community's vibrancy by organizing events that blend law with humor, enhancing the discourse through the BGuilded Debate Society.

Tanya's passion for law and community service was recognized during her law school years, earning her the Jack T. Edwards Memorial Award. Her personal interests, including reading, traveling, and spending time with loved ones and her cats, Rumi & Peach, round out her profile as a dedicated lawyer and compassionate individual. Fluent in Hindi, Tanya brings a diverse perspective to her practice, further enriching the services she provides to her clients and community.