About Mather & Company Law Firm
Lawyers & Mediators serving Courtenay, Cumberland, the Comox Valley & abroad.
Comox Valley Lawyers & Mediation Services
At Mather and Company, we are proud to serve the Comox Valley and surrounding communities with trusted, compassionate, and personalized legal services. Our firm is rooted in the belief that law should be approachable, human-centered, and guided by a genuine commitment to client wellbeing. Whether you are navigating a divorce, creating a will, resolving a family dispute, or administering an estate, we are here to support you with clear guidance and skilled representation.
Founded by Gavin Mather in 2017, Mather and Company has grown into a practice known not only for its legal excellence, but also for its unwavering dedication to integrity, accessibility, and care. We take a collaborative, solutions-focused approach to law, empowering our clients to make confident, informed decisions at every step of their legal journey.
About Gavin Mather
Gavin Mather, the principal lawyer and founder of Mather and Company, was born and raised in the Comox Valley. After completing his law degree at the University of Victoria in 2012, Gavin began his legal career in Victoria, where he worked for several years at Quadra Legal Centre. There, he focused primarily on family law and child protection, gaining valuable courtroom experience and honing his ability to handle complex, emotionally sensitive matters.
In 2017, Gavin returned home to Comox and established Mather and Company with a vision of providing responsive, people-first legal support to his local community. Today, Gavin’s practice spans a wide range of legal areas including family law, wills and estates, real estate law, and mediation.
He is a Law Society-accredited family law mediator and a certified Family Law Dispute Resolution Professional, offering clients an alternative path to resolving disputes that prioritizes dignity, cooperation, and long-term peace of mind.
Whether working as a lawyer or mediator, Gavin is known for his thoughtful, practical approach, and his ability to de-escalate tense situations while still advocating firmly for his clients’ interests.
Our Team
We’re proud to be supported by an experienced and caring administrative team that makes our office warm, welcoming, and well-organized. Lori and Jessica are often the first people you’ll speak with when you contact us, and they are here to assist with appointment scheduling, document preparation, and ensuring your experience with us runs smoothly from beginning to end.
Their professionalism, patience, and attention to detail reflect our firm’s overall approach—friendly, competent, and always client-focused.
Our Mission and Values
Our mission is simple: to provide high-quality legal and mediation services that are professional, respectful, and approachable.
We are guided by a set of values that inform everything we do:
- Compassion: Legal matters are often stressful and emotional. We treat every client with empathy and kindness.
- Clarity: The law can be complex—our job is to make it easier to understand and navigate.
- Integrity: We operate with transparency, honesty, and professionalism.
- Accessibility: We meet our clients in the best way to meet their needs. We offer a comfortable office space downtown Comox as well as virtual online services.
- Community: As a local firm, we are deeply invested in the well-being of our region and its residents.
Our Legal Services
Family Law & Divorce Lawyer
We support clients through a wide range of family law matters, including separation, divorce, parenting arrangements, child and spousal support, property division, and adoption. We offer full legal representation, limited-scope legal coaching, and support at Family Case Conferences and Judicial Case Conferences.
We work hard to reduce conflict and find practical, lasting solutions that serve the best interests of our clients and their families.
Family Mediation
Mather and Company provides in-person and virtual family law and estate mediation services designed to help parties reach mutually agreeable outcomes without the need for litigation. Whether resolving a divorce, division of property, or parenting plan, mediation can be a cost-effective and less stressful alternative to court.
We also offer mediation coaching for clients who wish to be more prepared when entering a mediation environment.
Wills & Personal Planning
We help individuals and couples plan for the future with well-drafted wills, powers of attorney, representation agreements, and letters of intent. These documents ensure that your personal wishes are known, and that your loved ones have the legal authority and clarity they need to act on your behalf when necessary.
If mobility or health is a concern, we can arrange out-of-office document execution to ensure your plans are properly completed and legally valid.
Estate and Probate Services
We assist executors and families with probate applications, letters of administration, estate mediation, and general estate administration. We provide step-by-step guidance to help executors fulfill their legal responsibilities and resolve any disputes that may arise between beneficiaries or stakeholders.
Real Estate Legal Services
From residential purchases and sales to mortgage refinancing, our real estate law services ensure a smooth legal process for property transactions. We review Contracts of Purchase and Sale, handle land title documents, and liaise with financial institutions to finalize deals securely and on time.
Our Approach
We offer a full spectrum of legal services—from one-time consultations to full representation—depending on your needs and budget. Whether you’re looking for strategic legal advice, help with paperwork, or complete legal advocacy, we provide the right level of support for you.
Serving the Comox Valley and Beyond
While our office is based in the heart of Comox, we proudly serve clients across the Comox Valley, including Courtenay, Cumberland, and the surrounding region. We are happy to accommodate virtual meetings for people living anywhere in Canada. Remote services are also available for local clients who prefer the convenience of online communication.
Let’s Work Together
Our Services
Family Law and Divorce
Mather & Company specializes in all areas of family law including divorce, property division, children’s issues, support and adoption.
Estate Administration
Assistance with Probating Wills and seeking Letters of Administration, Estate Mediation where no Will exists and Estate Mediation for disputes over an estate.
Mediation
Mr. Mather is a certified family law mediator and is pleased to offer mediation services to families dealing with all kinds of disputes.
Notary Public
We offer a wide range of notary services for individuals, families, and businesses. We make sure paperwork is properly signed, witnessed, and legally binding.
Real Estate
Assisting with purchase and sale of residential properties, Refinances, Notary Services, Contract of Purchase and Sale, and Mortgages.
Wills, Estates, and Personal Planning
We offer advice with respect to personal planning, drafting Wills, Power of Attorney & Representation Agreement.