The Alienation Trap: Parenting with an Abusive Ex
Susan Berry
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Berry Family Law
With more than 30 years of experience in family law, our firm provides effective and results-oriented legal services to help you navigate complex family matters. We understand that family law issues can be emotionally challenging and involve a lot of change, which is why we are committed to offering clear advice, personalized support, and affordable legal solutions every step of the way.
Our experienced family lawyers offer a wide range of legal services, including prenuptial agreements & cohabitation agreements, separation agreements, family mediation, wills and and advocacy in arbitration and family court. If you have concerns about parenting, support or property, we can help. No matter the issue or the process you face, we can do it together.
Our main focus during any family breakdown is on your well-being and the well-being of your children. Whether you are going through a separation or divorce and need to resolve parenting, support and property issues a, starting a new relationship and need legal advice to protect your future or protecting your loved ones in the event of death, our team is dedicated to helping you achieve the best possible outcome for you and your family.
Our Services
To help you determine how Berry Family Law can assist you with any family law situation, book
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facing, the law that applies to your situation and the processes available to effectively address
the problem. Before booking your consultation, a clerk will contact you to conduct a conflict
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Family Litigation
Experienced legal representation in Ontario courts.
Family Mediation
A voluntary, non-adversarial process to resolve disputes arising from separation or divorce.
Prenup / Cohabitation Agreements
A written agreement to provide clarity and certainty in the event of death or divorce.
Separation Agreements / Parenting Plan
A formal contract resolving parenting support and division of property (child support, spousal support division of property).
Uncontested / Simple Divorce
Obtain your final divorce order with ease and confidence.
Wills, Notary, and
Other Services
Notarization, Wills, Foreign divorce advice
and more.
Our Team
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Testimonials
"I indicated to a client who was looking for family law guidance that it was in his best interests to consult with a specialist in matrimonial litigation issues. As with many others in the past, I referred him to you. I explained to him that when my marriage dissolved about a decade ago, you were my ex-spouse's lawyer and ever since, I have always had the utmost respect for how you see and do things in your professional capacity, which is why your name always jumps to my mind whenever someone asks me if I know "a good family lawyer." Incidentally, an unanticipated by-product of my personal experience is that my ex-spouse is now one of my closest friends, which doesn't often happen, and I am so grateful!"
"I recently went through a difficult divorce/separation and I am so grateful to have had Susan Berry as my attorney. From the very beginning, she took a personal interest in my case and worked tirelessly to ensure that I recieved the best possible outcome. She was always available to answer any questions I had and took the time to explain everything to me in a way that I could understand. She truly went above and beyond in her efforts to fight for my rights and I couldn't be more grateful. I highly recommend Susan Berry to anyone in need of a skilled and dedicated divorce lawyer. Thank you, Susan, for all of your hard work."
"Susan is an outstanding lawyer and amazing person. I cannot thank Susan enough for her exceptional support, integrity, diligence, outstanding knowledge and commitment every step of the way through my divorce. Having Susan as my lawyer, I have always had complete peace of mind I am in the best possible hands and she always goes above and beyond for her clients. Her professionalism and legal knowledge are unsurpassed. I am so grateful to Susan and her team for all their hard work and support over the last 4+ years. Highly recommend!"
"Susan Berry has been my legal representative for over 4 years and I have always found her to be a very honest, caring, intelligent person, never intimidated by often much older (more experienced) lawyers, working hard not only for, but with me. A very intelligent lawyer who truly "gives a damn," always having her client's best interest at heart, ready to answer any of my questions/queries anytime. I would gladly recommend her to any potential client."
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