My multi-faceted family law practice allows you to choose the most appropriate process to ensure just and equitable results. My mission is to help you choose the right process to fit your unique situation - a process that meets your emotional and financial interests and those of your children. Expert Family Law Lawyer/Mediator/Arbitrator/Collaborative Practitioner/Arbitrator with over 30 years of experience in Family Law.
My focus is on Family Dispute Resolution Processes. In 1984 I graduated from Carleton University in Ottawa with a Bachelor of Arts degree with Distinction. Since my call to the Bar in 1991, I have practiced exclusively in the area of Family Law. While my practice was initially litigation oriented, in 2001 I began focusing my attention on alternative dispute resolution approaches to Family Law.
My focus is on Family Dispute Resolution Processes. In 1984 I graduated from Carleton University in Ottawa with a Bachelor of Arts degree with Distinction. Since my call to the Bar in 1991, I have practiced exclusively in the area of Family Law. While my practice was initially litigation oriented, in 2001 I began focusing my attention on alternative dispute resolution approaches to Family Law.
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Jennifer Whiten
Jun 12, 2021
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Barb provided an exceptional service. Barb was straight forward, clear, professional and was able to very quickly understand our 'needs'. She did not try to insert conflict where none existed but was still able to advocate effectively on my behalf. She was able to very clearly describe to me what my legal rights were and what I could do within the context of the separation agreement. Would highly recommend her to anyone!
Tiffany Kisters
May 14, 2021
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After being separated for a year and a half, and coming to the realization that mediation didn't seem to be working, I felt really lost and didn't know what to do. I researched options, and really liked the idea of a Collaborative Law approach. I met with Barb, desperate to get some matters resolved, so myself and my son's father could continue moving forward with our separate lives. Barb was so patient, informative, and transparent throughout the whole process. Dealing with separation negotiations during a pandemic can be quite challenging, but Barb, and my ex's collaborative lawyer, were both
Bob McDOUGALL
Feb 12, 2021
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I guess a divorce lawyer is a lot like a police officer or a proctologist. You know they exist, but you hope you never have to deal with one. Well …
I found myself going through a divorce with a partner, who like me, did not want to drag anything into a court setting. After looking at options, we decided on Collaborative Family Law (CFL). This led me to Google to find someone in Ottawa who knew about CFL and Barb’s name popped up and after doing a little research, I reached out to her office to set up an initial consultation. Barb’s expertise in CFL is well known in Ottawa and after meeting
I found myself going through a divorce with a partner, who like me, did not want to drag anything into a court setting. After looking at options, we decided on Collaborative Family Law (CFL). This led me to Google to find someone in Ottawa who knew about CFL and Barb’s name popped up and after doing a little research, I reached out to her office to set up an initial consultation. Barb’s expertise in CFL is well known in Ottawa and after meeting
Gord Watts
Sep 10, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
I engaged Barb on the recommendation of a trusted acquaintance. Although the process was amicable and straightforward, Barb's assistance was invaluable. I very much appreciated her tremendous professionalism, and benefited greatly from Barb's experience and wisdom. I couldn't have asked for better stewardship.
I engaged Barb on the recommendation of a trusted acquaintance. Although the process was amicable and straightforward, Barb's assistance was invaluable. I very much appreciated her tremendous professionalism, and benefited greatly from Barb's experience and wisdom. I couldn't have asked for better stewardship.
Stephen Weaver
Sep 02, 2020
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Barb and her team provided exceptional, professional, timely service during the negotiation of my separation agreement. Throughout the process Barb provided valuable, knowledgeable advice, clearly demonstrating her deep understanding of the law, years of experience, and sensitivity to the issues involved. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing assistance with a separation. She was certainly head and shoulders above the other lawyer and mediator that I dealt with during this process. My only regret is that my ex-spouse and I didn't engage her from the outset as a mediator for the agreement
Jennifer Wowk
Oct 19, 2019
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I had an exceptionally amazing experience with Barb and her team. Having been dragged through a four-year custody battle as the defendant with a highly litigious lawyer, I met with Barb and was so impressed that I fired my existing legal council who was bleeding me dry financially with no end in sight. Barb confidently took over my case and was able to settle all of our custody issues in a matter of months at a fraction of what I had been paying prior. She handled my case with sensitivity, kindness and empathy, while also making fast process with opposing council and the arbitrator, and she came
Rita Khavich
Sep 10, 2019
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We had an awful experience! The lawyer we spoke with contradicted the Children's Law Reform Act of Ontario when I asked her a direct question, she didn't seem to know/understand the process for registering a birth in Ontario and she gave us no hope whatsoever... A father is fighting desperately to see his child and he's being told he has no rights and there's nothing he can do. We came home crushed and heartbroken after being treated that way. Men, stay away from this law firm they're not interested in helping you see your babies!
