Family Lawyer in Markham

Family Lawyer in Markham, Ontario

Hashmi Law Group is a family law firm serving clients throughout Markham and the surrounding York Region. At different stages of life, you may need the guidance of an experienced family lawyer — whether you are separating from a spouse, negotiating parenting arrangements, or putting a marriage contract in place. Family law can be a broad and sensitive subject, and most people would rather avoid legal conflict altogether, but when a dispute cannot be resolved between the parties, having the right legal support matters.

We regularly assist clients in Unionville, Milliken, Cornell, and Berczy Village, and other Markham neighbourhoods, with the full range of family law matters. We aim to resolve disputes efficiently and, where possible, amicably, while always protecting our client’s interests and their family’s wellbeing.

Where Your Case May Be Heard

Family law matters for Markham clients are generally heard at the York Region Courthouse, 50 Eagle Street West, Newmarket, ON L3Y 6B1. Familiarity with local court procedures and scheduling at this location helps us plan realistic timelines for our Markham clients.

How We Help

Our family law services for Markham clients include:

• Divorce & Separation: Guidance through the legal process of ending a marriage or common-law relationship, including uncontested and contested divorces.
• Decision-Making Responsibility & Parenting Time: Advice and representation on decision-making responsibility and parenting time arrangements that reflect your child’s best interests.
• Child & Spousal Support: Help calculating, negotiating, and enforcing support obligations under the Ontario and federal guidelines.
• Division of Property: Assistance equalizing net family property and resolving disputes over the matrimonial home and other assets.
• Marriage Contracts & Cohabitation Agreements: Drafting and reviewing agreements that clearly set out each partner’s rights and obligations.
• Adoption: Support with the legal steps involved in completing an adoption in Ontario.

Our legal services also extend to business, corporate, and commercial litigation, and to the preparation of court documents including claims, applications, motions, and appeals before the Superior Court of Justice, Divisional Court, and Court of Appeal. Read more about us and our client testimonials.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a family lawyer do?

A family lawyer advises and represents clients on legal matters involving relationships and children, including divorce, separation, decision-making responsibility and parenting time (formerly custody and access), child and spousal support, division of property, and marriage contracts.

How are decision-making responsibility and parenting time decided in Ontario?

Ontario family law focuses on the best interests of the child. Courts and separating parents consider factors such as each parent’s ability to care for the child, the child’s relationships and routines, and, where appropriate, the child’s own views, rather than automatically favouring one parent.

How long does a divorce take in Ontario?

An uncontested divorce can sometimes be finalized within a few months once the required documents are filed. A contested divorce involving support, property, or parenting disputes typically takes longer, often a year or more, depending on the issues involved.

Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce in Markham?

It isn’t legally required, but having a lawyer review or prepare your materials helps ensure the paperwork is completed correctly and that your rights are protected, which can help prevent delays later.

We have offices in North York and Mississauga, Ontario, and serve clients throughout Markham and the Greater Toronto Area. If you need assistance with a family law matter, contact us by phone at 905 503-1486 / 647 772-8187 or by email at nhashmi.law@gmail.com to schedule a consultation.