Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022 
Nikki Charlton practises exclusively in the area of family law at Farris LLP in Vancouver, British Columbia. She advises clients on a broad range of family law matters, including separation, divorce, property division, common law trusts, spousal support, child support, guardianship, parenting arrangements, and parenting time. Nikki also assists clients with complex cohabitation, marriage, and separation agreements and has appeared before all levels of court in British Columbia. As a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, she offers both collaborative family law and litigation services tailored to the needs of each client.
Nikki earned her Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction from the University of Victoria before obtaining her law degree from the University of British Columbia. She was called to the British Columbia Bar in 2004. Nikki received her certification as a Family Law Mediator in 2007 and became certified as a Collaborative Family Law Lawyer in 2008. She also serves as a Parenting Coordinator and is a member of the BC Parenting Coordination Roster Society.
In addition to her legal practice, Nikki regularly contributes to continuing legal education programs and presents at conferences on family law issues affecting individuals and families throughout British Columbia. She recently co-chaired the 11th Biennial Family Law Conference and will co-chair and present at Hot Topics in Family Law Part II: Good Lawyering for Bad Parenting.
