Best Lawyers in Canada for Family Law

Krista Cossar is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Krista, who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Krista is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Émilie-Anne Puckering is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Émilie-Anne, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Émilie-Anne is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Rebecca Wakeam is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Rebecca, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Rebecca is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Brigitte Barsalou is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Brigitte, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brigitte is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Ms. Gervais-Boucher graduated from the Faculty of Law at the Université de Montréal and was admitted to the Quebec Bar in 2022. She joined our team in the summer of 2021 and stands out for the quality and rigor of her work, her team spirit, and her keen interest in family law, particularly child custody cases, always having their best interests at heart. In collaboration with our lawyers, she will accompany you through all stages of your family law case. Ms. Gervais-Boucher plea...

Elsie Daoust is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Elsie, who practices law in Ottawa, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elsie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Holly V. Kegel is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Holly V., who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Holly V. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nicholas R.L. Kunysz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Nicholas R.L., who practices law in Edmonton, Alberta, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicholas R.L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Deborah Perkins-Leitman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Deborah, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Deborah is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sally is the Founder and Principal Lawyer at Mahin Law Professional Corporation. Sally has exclusively practiced in the area of Family Law since her Call to the Bar. Prior to starting her own law firm, she worked as an Associate Lawyer at two Family law firms in Toronto and Markham. Sally is a well-rounded and versatile lawyer and she represents clients in and out of Court. She drafts complex separation agreements and parenting plans, litigates family law matters before the Ontario Court of J...

Meaghan O'Connor is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Meaghan, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Meaghan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Allison M. Mitic is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Allison M., who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Allison M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Bayly Guslits is a Partner with the Family Law Practice Group at Harrison Pensa. She represents clients in all matters related to separation and divorce, including division of property, custody, access, and child and spousal support. She also assists clients in drawing up cohabitation agreements or marriage contracts. Bayly advocates for equity in the family law system, and represents LGBTQ+ and BIPOC clients in all areas of her practice. Clients turn to Bayly for help dealing with the Childr...

Abby Pang is a dedicated family lawyer and proud mother of two . She is passionate about supporting healthy families and children, offering guidance through the legal system while empowering clients to be heard throughout the process. Born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Abby later moved to Vancouver’s east side and grew up in Richmond. Her father, a refugee who arrived in Canada in 1970, taught her the value of grit and perseverance—qualities that continue to shape her legal prac...

Millad is an effective litigator and trial lawyer who is also experienced in mediation and other forms settlement-oriented solutions. His goal is to settle your family law matter outside of court but if that isn’t an option, he will litigate and advocate for you through the court system. Guiding Clients Through Emotional & Legal Challenges Millad understands that divorce and separation is a difficult process. He helps his clients by discussing the pros and cons of each issue and pro...

Richard has practised exclusively family law since his call to the Bar. Richard’s practice encompasses all areas of family law, including domestic contracts, high conflict parenting disputes, child and spousal support, and complex property and trust claims. Richard understands that every family is different and that every case requires a unique approach. While Richard is a skilled negotiator and believes that many families are best served through alternative dispute resolution methods, ...