Best Lawyers in Canada for Family Law
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Sarah has specialized in family law her entire legal career. She has a passion for assisting people navigate the overwhelming and stressful issues stemming from a relationship breakdown. Sarah provides her clients with honest legal advice in a timely and cost-effective manner. She understands the importance of keeping clients fully informed and does not hesitate to pick up the phone. Her clients appreciate her personal and empathetic approach. Sarah believes that her role is to empower her cl...
Sophia is a dedicated family law advocate. Her legal journey began at the York Region Supervised Access Centre, where she discovered her calling to support families through challenging transitions. Since then, she has focused exclusively on family law — helping clients navigate parenting disputes, complex financial matters, and everything in between with empathy and clarity. During law school, Sophia clerked at the Middlesex Probate and Family Court in Cambridge, Massachusetts. A proud ...
Hayley was called to the bar in 2016. She articled for Niman Gelgoot & Associates and subsequently joined the firm as an associate. Having practiced exclusively in family law, Hayley has experience in all aspects of the practice including complex income disputes and property division, support, and custody matters. Hayley has extensive litigation and trial experience in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, and has worked on matters before the Court of Appeal for Ontario. She has had the ...
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, ...
Victoria Ourumis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Victoria, 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 Victoria 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.
Hannah advocates for clients within the unique context of their family. She focuses on providing her clients with high quality service that is results-driven, efficient and child-centered. Hannah Rich is a fierce advocate. She has represented clients at the Superior Court of Justice and Divisional Court. As an advisor, she is practical and focused on facilitating efficient and favourable resolutions. Hannah represents clients in a wide range of family law disputes, including high net worth di...
Raquel Simpson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Raquel, 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 Raquel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Éliane Malo is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Éliane, who practices law in Westmount, Quebec, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Éliane is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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.
Dylan S. Morrison is a lawyer with Morrison LLP whose practice focuses on Family Law matters. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Dylan advises clients on a wide range of family law issues, including matters related to separation, divorce, parenting arrangements, and related disputes. Dylan S. has been recognized by Best Lawyers since 2024 for work in Family Law. This recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers practicing in the same geographic region and practice area. Dylan’s prac...
Lauren Daneman is an associate at Fogelman Law. Prior to her call, Lauren articled with a leading full-service law firm in Ottawa. Lauren was called to the Ontario bar in 2017, and relocated her practice to Toronto shortly thereafter. Lauren previously practised family law in a mid-size, full-service Toronto law firm. This experience gave Lauren a valuable perspective on the many legal issues that impact family law matters, including real estate, corporate law, and tax and estates. Lauren com...
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