My practice is dedicated exclusively to family law. I enjoy helping my clients navigate through the full spectrum of family law issues, including parenting, child support, spousal support, division of property, and adoptions. My goal is always to find an out-of-court and cost-effective solution for my clients. When an out-of-court solution is not possible, whether because of complex legal issues or high-conflict personalities, I advocate for my clients through all the stages of the family court system. Access to justice is a core value, and I can work with clients on limited scope retainers.
I have practiced family law from coast to coast. Originally from Nova Scotia, I have a B.Sc. from Mount Allison University in Mathematics. I graduated from the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University in 2015 and began my legal career at a large law firm in Halifax. Due to military postings with my husband, I moved my practice from Halifax to Kingston, to Vancouver Island, and now to Ottawa. I have been called to the bar as a member of the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society, the Law Society of Ontario, and the Law Society of British Columbia.
I represent clients in all aspects of the separation and divorce process, including the negotiation of separation agreements, mediation, arbitration, and litigation. I have appeared in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Family Law Branch), the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Supreme Court of British Columbia, the Provincial Court of British Columbia, and the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia (Family Division). I also advise clients on the preparation of marriage contracts and cohabitation agreements.
When I’m not in the office, I enjoy cooking, jazz music, and a good book.
