"Dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for every client."

Oliver Spinks is the founder of Outset Law, a boutique family law practice built around clarity, accountability, and deliberate decision-making.

With nearly a decade of experience exclusively in family law, Oliver has advised clients across the full spectrum of family disputes, from negotiated resolutions to high-conflict and high-stakes litigation. Through that experience, he has developed a strong understanding of the tactics, pressure points, and strategic dynamics that often shape family law proceedings.

Oliver routinely represents clients in complex matters involving parenting disputes, financial support, property and asset division, and cases with significant assets or business interests. He is often retained where matters are contentious, emotionally charged, or require a firm and carefully considered approach.

Oliver is widely regarded as a rising lawyer in the family law community, known for his strategic thinking, clear advice, and disciplined advocacy. His work reflects a modern approach to family law that prioritizes judgment, preparation, and long-term outcomes.

His practice is grounded in helping clients understand not just the law, but how their case is likely to unfold in practice. Clients work closely with Oliver throughout their matter, remain informed at every stage, and make decisions with a clear view of both immediate pressure and long-term consequence.

Selected Decisions

BC Court of Appeal

Smith v. Smith, 2023 BCCA 142 — Division of family property and excluded assets on appeal.

BC Supreme Court

Jones v. Jones, 2022 BCSC 887 — Contested parenting arrangement and child support variation.

$100,000+

Spousal Support

$116,000+

Child Support

$1.5 million

Special Costs Award

Significant Injunctions

Injunctions & Retroactive Awards

Outcomes

Assisted on matters securing significant outcomes for clients, including:

Education

2023 – Canadian National Committee of Accreditation

2015 – Law LLB (Honours) – The University of Staffordshire, England

Credentials

Member of the Law Society of British Columbia

Member of the Trial Lawyers Association of Britsh Columbia

2025 – 2026 Canadian Bar Association of BC – Sexual & Gender Diversity Alliance, Executive Member

Awards and Press

Business in Vancouver – Legal Reforms for B.C Pets Could Reshape Fabric for

Family LawCanadian Family Law (Ninth Edition) – Covid-19, Canadian Spousal and Child Support

Author - Law Society of British Columbia - Family Law Practice Manuals

Recent Cases

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Practice Areas

Parenting Disputes
Property Division
Spousal Support
Child Support
Separation Agreements
High Net Worth