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Separation Resource Services
250-386-4331 
​Toll Free 1-877-386-4333
Are you at a point where separation seems likely; or are you recently separated?

Are you wondering “What are my next steps?”
Research indicates the importance of obtaining information as the first step towards a non-adversarial process towards settling family law matters.
Our Separation Resource Services may be helpful to you in acquiring key information in a timely manner. 
We do NOT provide legal advice; however, we can provide:
  • orientation to family law whether you are pre-separated or already separated;
  • overview of dispute resolution options and legal resources available in the community;
  • coaching for effective participation in mediation and in self-representation at court;
  • tips on preparing for lawyer interviews to efficiently use time;
  • assistance in finding court forms and help in filling them out;
  • accompaniment to lawyer appointment and/or court

​Schedule

Appointments are available during Regular Office Hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays

Appointments

  • From the comfort of your home via Zoom OR
  • In-person at our office, subject to COVID-19 protocols

Fees

Initial Appointment  - $30 Fee
Any follow-up appointments will be charged on a sliding scale depending on your gross annual income.

Service Provider

​Pam Rudy, BEd
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Pam has 33 years of experience in assisting family members affected by separation and divorce.  She has worked with families throughout our agency’s history from when we began as Divorce Lifeline, to Separation and Divorce Resource Centre, to BC Families in Transition, to our current name as Family Services of Greater Victoria (FSGV).  Throughout her employment at FSGV, Pam has attended  professional development courses to update her knowledge of family law and to stay current of dispute resolution options available to assist families in settling family law issues.  While providing legal support services, Pam has had numerous opportunities to observe and become familiar with proceedings in both Provincial and Supreme Court.
Pam’s educational background includes a B.Ed from University of Victoria and a Certificate in Volunteer Management from Camosun College.  In February 2019, she graduated from the Justice Institute of BC with a Certificate in Family Mediation.

Funding

Partial funding for this program comes from:
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BC Gaming Grant
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  • Programs & Services
    • Caught in the Middle
    • Counselling/Therapy Services >
      • Children & Youth
      • Adults
    • Facilitated Parent-Child Connections
    • Mediation For Couples
    • Separation Resource Services
    • Support for Grandparents
    • New Ways for Families®
  • About Us
    • Staff & Volunteers
    • Board of Directors
    • Funders/Supporters
    • Vision & Mission Statement
    • History
    • Annual Reports
  • Give
    • Donate
    • Volunteer
  • Updates
  • Links & Resources
    • Links & Resources
    • In the Media
    • Little Phoenix Childcare