This handbook explains family law issues and sets out individual’s rights and responsibilities under New Brunswick law. It also explains how the legal and court procedures for acting on ones’ rights in Canada could be affected by barriers unique to immigrants and newcomers to Canada. There are eight chapters in the handbook. Each chapter deals with a particular subject. The subjects range from marriage and divorce to custody and support, to division of property, to family violence. Each chapter covers several sub-topics. They will help you understand the legal rights and responsibilities that may relate to your situation. Some subjects or topics may not apply to you. Most chapters end with a discussion of “Special Issues” on that topic. These special issues may or may not be relevant depending on your particular cultural or ethnic backgrounds. For example, the discussion about bridewealth and dowry will not be applicable to everyone who uses this guide.