Best Lawyers in Ontario, Canada for Family Law

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 ...

Since Hilary’s call to the bar in 2016, she has practiced family law in London, Ontario. Hilary assists clients with family law and child protection matters in Court and through alternative dispute resolution. While Hilary was in law school, she developed a passion for family law as the Family Law Student Supervisor at Western University’s student legal clinic. As a law student, Hilary was the recipient of the Edna Yuet-Lui Memorial Award, the Douglas May Memorial Award, and the G...

Surinder is a strong advocate, with experience in representing clients at all levels of Court, including the Supreme Court of Canada. Surinder practices exclusively in the areas of family law and child protection. She helps her clients reach effective and sustainable resolutions of their high conflict parenting disputes and all financial matters arising from a separation, including property division and support matters. In addition to the practice of law, Surinder is a content contributor for...

Sima Hashemi is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Sima, 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 Sima is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sajila has a broad practice in family and estates law. She brings experience handling a wide variety of issues including support, parenting disputes, the validity and interpretation of wills, and professional negligence. Sajila approaches each client matter with empathy, integrity, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes. Her ability to communicate effectively and build trust makes her a compassionate advocate for her clients in what are often complex and sensitive matters. S...

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.

Houman Mortazavi is a lawyer, adjunct university professor, legal scholar and professional engineer. He holds several university degrees including PhD in Law, LLB, BSc(Eng), MSc(Eng), MA(Econ), BA(Econ), MBA, and TEP (Candidate). Houman is a member of the Law Society of Ontario as well as the Law Society of Alberta and he is a permanent member of the Bar in both jurisdictions. He also practices law in other provinces, such as British Columbia, as a visiting lawyer when he has a client in othe...

Jennifer Cook is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Jennifer, 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 Jennifer is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Meghan Lawson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Meghan, 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 Meghan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Emily is a lawyer with McLeod Green Dewar LLP practicing in the areas of family law, child protection and estates litigation. A tenacious advocate, Emily has successfully represented clients at the Ontario Court of Justice, the Superior Court of Justice, and the specialized Estates List. In addition to her private practice, Emily is a frequent speaker at legal conferences across Ontario and has been invited numerous times by the Ontario Bar Association as both a chair and speaker. Emily sits ...

As a Partner at Burrison Hudani Doris LLP, Carina’s practice encompasses all aspects of family law and child protection law, including property division, support, and high-conflict parenting disputes. Carina’s experiences in both the legal and social work fields assist her in resolving her clients’ legal problems in a practical, creative and efficient manner. Carina is an advocate who is committed to helping her clients navigate the challenges of family law. She has a partic...

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, ...

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.

Vanessa Sidwell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Vanessa, 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 Vanessa 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...