Divorce • Separation • Family Law Agreements
Our Toronto divorce and family lawyers provide legal advice and representation to clients throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. We assist with divorce, separation agreements, parenting arrangements, child and spousal support, and property division.
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Whether you are seeking an uncontested divorce, negotiating a settlement or facing contested family proceedings, we help you understand your rights, assess your options and move forward.
Downtown Toronto • TD Place, 161 Bay Street
Our Toronto family lawyers assist with divorce, separation agreements, common-law separation, parenting, support and property matters. Whether you need help preparing an agreement or resolving a dispute, explore the services below to find the assistance you need.
Our Toronto divorce lawyers assist with simple and joint uncontested applications, as well as contested divorce proceedings. Obtain advice on the court process and the parenting, support or property issues arising from your separation.
Discuss Your DivorceWork with a separation agreement lawyer serving Toronto to draft, review or negotiate your agreement. Address property division, debts, spousal support, child support and parenting arrangements according to your circumstances.
Separation Agreement ServicesLegal advice and written agreements for common-law partners following separation. Our lawyers help address property ownership, shared debts, financial support and parenting arrangements through terms tailored to your needs.
Common-Law AgreementsAdvice and representation concerning parenting time, decision-making responsibility, child support, spousal support and property claims. Our family lawyers help Toronto clients negotiate resolutions and address contested matters.
Discuss Your Family Law MatterPrepare or review an agreement addressing property, financial arrangements and spousal support before or during marriage. Obtain legal guidance on the proposed terms and their implications for your future.
Explore Marriage ContractsIndependent advice before signing a separation agreement, marriage contract or another family law agreement. Understand the legal consequences of the document and the rights or obligations it may affect.
Explore ILA ServicesWhether you need a divorce lawyer, assistance with an agreement or representation in a family law dispute, getting started should be straightforward. Here is what to expect when you contact Shaikh Law Firm.
Complete our enquiry form or call our office. Briefly describe whether you need help with divorce, a separation agreement, parenting, support, property or another family law matter.
Request a free 15-minute consultation to discuss the general nature of your enquiry, the assistance available and possible next steps.
Where we can assist, we explain the proposed services, applicable fixed fee or hourly rate, retainer requirements and information needed to proceed.
Once retained, your lawyer begins the agreed work. This may include preparing a divorce application, drafting or reviewing an agreement, negotiating a settlement or representing you in court.
The introductory consultation does not include detailed legal advice or document review. Representation is subject to conflict checks and an agreed retainer.
Simple & Joint Divorce Applications
If you and your spouse have resolved the major issues arising from your separation, an uncontested divorce can provide a straightforward way to legally end your marriage.
Our Toronto divorce lawyers assist with simple and joint uncontested divorces, including preparation of the required court documents, filing and management of the divorce process.
With convenient online intake and remote service available, we make it easier for clients throughout Toronto to move their divorce forward efficiently and with clear legal guidance.
Standard Uncontested Divorce
$999 + HST
The flat legal fee applies to eligible standard uncontested divorce matters. Court filing fees and applicable additional expenses are separate.
If parenting, support or property issues remain unresolved, our team can explain the broader family law services you may require.
Your Next Steps
Our Toronto divorce lawyers guide you through document preparation, filing and the court process for a simple or joint uncontested divorce.
Complete our online intake and provide the basic information and relevant documents needed for our team to assess your uncontested divorce matter.
Our team reviews your information and prepares the appropriate simple or joint divorce documents. We explain what you need to review, sign and provide.
We manage the court filing process and guide you through the procedural steps applicable to your application, including service arrangements where required.
The court reviews the completed application and determines whether to grant the divorce. Our team follows up regarding the order and explains the next steps.
Divorce Requirements & Documents
To apply for divorce in Ontario, you generally need a legally recognized marriage, the required connection to Ontario and a basis for establishing marriage breakdown. Our team can also confirm the appropriate court location for your application.
You and your spouse must be legally married. A marriage performed outside Canada may qualify if it is legally recognized in Canada.
Either you or your spouse must generally have been habitually resident in Ontario for at least one year immediately before the divorce proceeding is started.
Marriage breakdown is established through one year of separation, your spouse’s adultery, or physical or mental cruelty by your spouse. For a separation-based divorce, you may start the application before the full year has passed, but the year must be complete before the divorce can be granted.
You will generally need to file your original marriage certificate. If it cannot be obtained, our team can explain the available procedure. We will also request identification and any relevant existing agreements or court orders.
Transparent Legal Fees
Divorce and family lawyer fees in Toronto depend on the services required, the complexity of your matter and whether issues can be resolved by agreement. Shaikh Law Firm offers fixed fees for eligible services and hourly representation for contested divorce and other family law disputes.
Our Toronto divorce lawyers assist with eligible simple and joint uncontested divorce applications. The service includes lawyer review, preparation of the required documents and management of the filing process within the agreed scope.
Negotiating parenting, support or property disputes is not included in the uncontested divorce fee.
$999 + HST
Court filing fees and applicable additional expenses are separate.
Uncontested Divorce GuideWork with a separation agreement lawyer serving Toronto to prepare an agreement addressing property, debts, spousal support, child support and parenting arrangements, where applicable.
Additional negotiations, complex financial arrangements or work outside the agreed scope are quoted separately.
Our family lawyers assist common-law partners with agreements addressing property ownership, shared debts, financial support and parenting arrangements following separation.
Disputed property claims, extensive negotiations and additional legal work require a separate fee arrangement.
Legal assistance with preparing a marriage contract before marriage. Our lawyers help you address property, financial arrangements and spousal support through terms tailored to your circumstances.
Prepare or review a marriage contract during marriage with advice concerning the proposed property, financial and spousal support provisions.
Additional negotiations or complex arrangements may require a separate quote.
Obtain independent legal advice before signing an eligible separation agreement, prenuptial agreement or marriage contract. The service includes lawyer review and advice concerning the agreement’s legal implications, with a certificate issued where appropriate.
$699 + HST
Standard straightforward matters. Additional work is separate.
Independent Legal Advice ServicesA letter-only service for individuals with an eligible foreign divorce who intend to remarry in Ontario. Acceptance is subject to review of the applicable requirements and supporting documents.
We do not accept matters requiring a substantial-connection assessment.
$299 + HST
Standard eligible letter service. Additional services are separate.
Foreign Divorce Opinion LettersOur Toronto family lawyers provide advice, negotiation and representation concerning contested divorce, parenting arrangements, child support, spousal support, property equalization and related disputes.
Hourly rates depend on the seniority of the lawyer assigned. We explain the proposed retainer, billing terms and scope before legal work begins.
$360–$600 /hour + HST
Disbursements and applicable court costs are additional.
Discuss Your Family Law MatterPublished fixed fees apply to eligible standard matters within the agreed scope. Court fees, disbursements, third-party expenses and work outside that scope are additional where applicable. Any additional charges will be explained in your quote or retainer agreement.
Hourly rates do not represent the total cost of a contested matter. All services are subject to conflict checks, acceptance of the matter and written engagement terms.
Looking for a divorce lawyer in Toronto or assistance with a family law agreement or dispute? Request a free 15-minute introductory consultation to discuss your enquiry, the services available and possible next steps.
Detailed legal advice, document review and representation are outside the introductory consultation.
Client Experiences
Read selected Google review excerpts from clients who used Shaikh Law Firm for divorce proceedings, a cohabitation agreement and foreign divorce letters.
Divorce Proceedings
“The team at Shaikh Law Firm were incredible from Day 1. … Their fees were upfront and transparent, with no surprises”
Cohabitation Agreement
“The agreement was very thorough & fair. The staff I worked with were professional, friendly & attentive (thank you Gayatri).”
Foreign Divorce Letters
“Gayatri contacted me quickly and was extremely caring, careful and effective throughout the entire process.”
Downtown Toronto • Bay Street
Discuss your divorce, separation agreement or family law matter with Shaikh Law Firm. We offer in-person meetings at our downtown Toronto location and virtual appointments for clients throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. Both options are available by appointment.
Shaikh Law Firm • Ontario
Shaikh Law Firm assists clients with family law matters across Ontario. Explore our local family lawyer pages to learn more about divorce, separation agreements, marriage contracts, independent legal advice and related services.
Do not see your city listed? Our head office is in Mississauga, and we assist clients throughout Ontario. Contact Shaikh Law Firm to request a free initial consultation.
Your Questions Answered
Find answers to common questions about divorce, separation agreements and working with our Toronto family lawyers. Explore the guides and official resources below for further information.
Separation occurs when spouses begin living separate and apart, with at least one intending to end the relationship. A court order is not required simply to become separated.
Divorce legally ends a marriage and requires a court order. You must wait until the divorce takes effect before remarrying. A separation agreement does not itself end a marriage.
Shaikh Law Firm charges $999 + HST for eligible standard uncontested divorce matters. Court filing fees and applicable additional expenses are separate.
Contested divorce and related family law work may be billed hourly at $360–$600 + HST, depending on lawyer seniority. The total cost depends on the work required. View our legal fees.
A lawyer is not required to draft every separation agreement, but legal advice is strongly recommended. The agreement may affect property, support, parenting and other important rights.
Our lawyers assist with drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements tailored to your circumstances. Read our separation agreement Ontario guide.
Start by identifying the appropriate application and checking the legal requirements. The procedure depends on whether you are applying alone or jointly and whether you are seeking other orders.
Our Toronto divorce lawyers can assess the assistance you need and explain the documents, filing and service steps applicable to your matter. See our uncontested divorce guide.
Independent legal advice helps you understand the proposed agreement, its consequences and the rights or obligations it may affect.
Each party obtaining separate advice can help reduce the risk of misunderstanding and later disputes, although it does not prevent every possible challenge. Learn about our independent legal advice service.
Yes. We offer virtual appointments and in-person meetings at our downtown Toronto location: TD Place, 161 Bay St., 27th Floor, Toronto, ON M5J 2S1.
Both options are available by appointment. Contact our team to arrange a suitable meeting and confirm what information to prepare.
The introductory consultation is an opportunity to discuss the general nature of your enquiry, identify the services you may need and understand possible next steps.
Detailed legal advice, document review and representation are outside the introductory consultation. Legal work begins after the applicable conflict checks and engagement arrangements are completed.
Explore our guides to agreements, divorce procedures and legal costs.
Consult government information, legislation and official court forms. External links open in a new tab.
Speak With Shaikh Law Firm
Request a free 15-minute initial consultation about divorce, separation agreements, common-law separation, parenting, support or property matters. In-person meetings at our Bay Street location and virtual appointments are available by appointment.
Please provide only the general nature of your enquiry. Do not include confidential information, sensitive documents or detailed personal circumstances in this initial form.
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The free initial consultation is intended to discuss the general nature of your enquiry and the services available. It does not include detailed legal advice or representation. Submitting this form does not establish a solicitor-client relationship. Representation is subject to conflict checks, agreement on the scope of services and confirmation of engagement by Shaikh Law Firm.