Our team in Newmarket, Ontario, can help ease the stress of your family law situation. We offer in-person and virtual consultations to suit your busy schedule.
We will answer questions regarding your legal rights, obligations and options so that you can make informed decisions about your future. You’ll feel more confident and better prepared as you move forward.

Whether it’s a happy occasion like a step-parent adoption or a more difficult occasion like a divorce, a visit to the Family Court can come with stress and uncertainty. At Galbraith Family Law, we work hard to remove that stress and uncertainty for our clients. We help protect your – and your children’s – rights.
Family Court refers to a wide range of domestic and family-related legal matters that often include divorce and resulting issues related to divorce – like separation agreements, parenting agreements, child custody or parenting time, spousal support, child support, division of property and more. Family Court can also deal with agreements before marriage like pre- and post-marital agreements.
It also deals with the most common form of adoptions, step-parent adoptions.When we represent you in Family Court, our lawyers work tirelessly to ensure you get the best possible outcome for your case. We understand that family law issues can affect the rest of your life. For that reason, we will stand by your side and fight for you with integrity and honesty.

It’s important, if you feel your parenting time (previously known as child custody) may be contested, to get a legal agreement or order as soon as possible. We can simplify and assist you so that you get an agreement or court order as fast as possible.
It is determined by the court based on a number of factors, such as:
In high net worth divorce cases, the court generally has much wider discretion in determining amounts but the same principles apply.
The bottom line is every case is unique – just like every child and every family is unique. Our lawyers will work closely with you to determine what is the best amount for you to receive or pay and then we will work hard to ensure your needs are met.
Our lawyers are focused on providing you with a smart, reasonable, and lasting legal solution.
Our family lawyers have a deep understanding of the family court system and are well-versed in the intricacies of family law. As dedicated family lawyers, we stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field to ensure that we provide our clients with the most effective legal strategies. When you choose Galbraith Family Law, you can rest assured that you’re getting the expertise and dedication you deserve from a family lawyer.
Whether you’re dealing with divorce, child custody, spousal support, or any other family law matter, our team is here to help.
In addition to our legal expertise, we also prioritize clear and open communication with our clients. We believe that keeping our clients informed and involved throughout the process is crucial for building trust and achieving successful outcomes. Our family lawyers will take the time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and provide you with the guidance you need to make informed decisions.
Some ways we can help
Going through a divorce can be a traumatic experience – and our professional, caring lawyers understand what you are going through. At Galbraith Family Law, we will help you consider your options so that you choose the best one for you and your family. We have the expertise you need to move through this period of transition smoothly in a cost-effective manner, achieving the results you deserve.
Do you need help navigating your separation but, you don’t want to hire a lawyer to represent you throughout the entire process? Do you want to minimize your legal costs or do you fear that hiring a lawyer may make your separation more difficult? At Galbraith Family Law, we understand, and we can provide you with the minimal services you need within your budget.
Going through a divorce can be very difficult for the involved parties. In addition, things typically get even more difficult when a child or children are involved. We can guide you through the process in an informed and strategic way, help minimize stress and uncertainty and achieve the best possible result for your family.
Do you need help navigating your separation or divorce but, you don’t want to hire a lawyer to represent you throughout the entire process? Do you want to minimize your legal costs or do you fear that hiring a lawyer may make your situation more difficult? At Galbraith Family Law, we understand, and we can provide you with the minimal services you need within your budget.
When Family Court is necessary, we will represent your interests with integrity using our honed skills of advocacy to get you your best result. If you need a strong advocate at your side, our team is ready to help. We will ensure your rights are respected whether you need our representation at a motion, case conference, settlement conference or trial. We do Family Court every day.
Our “Plan A” is to help you settle all of your family law issues without going to Family Court. We can help you negotiate a separation agreement using Negotiation, Mediation or Collaborative Practice. Most cases just need a little bit of our legal assistance to get it resolved fairly and on a final basis so you can move on with life. We also like to help prevent clients from having legal issues by creating cohabitation and marriage contracts.
We’ve created a simplified breakdown of what the divorce process would look like with Galbraith Family Law.

Click on the button below or give us a call to get started. The first step will be to get you connected with a member of our Confidential Client Care Team, who will gather the details of your matter, so they can proceed to book you a consultation with the lawyer best suited to meet your needs.
Divorce lawyers are legal professionals who specialize in family law – the law relating to personal relationships such as those between spouses, partners, parents and children.
The cost of retaining a family lawyer varies. In general, simple matters can be resolved for as little as $2,000 while complex court cases could go as high as $50,000.
Our motto is “Resolving Family Conflict with Heart”. We will do our best to support you through your divorce and separation. We truly want to help you.
The reason to choose us is that we will treat you the way we would like to be treated if in your situation. Firm owner, Brian Galbraith, states “When I went through my own divorce, I wanted to achieve a peaceful resolution, in a timely manner, and cost-effectively. Here at Galbraith Family Law our whole team is there to do just that. We are committed to ensuring that we are strong advocates for our client’s rights while remaining practical and striving to ensure that we help situations, not make them worse. Developing practical, cost-effective resolutions that will result in robust, long-lasting settlements is our goal. We always remember we treat the client as we would like to be treated if in their shoes.”
We’re a team of experienced divorce lawyers ready to serve your case. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions. If you have more, we’re ready to answer them!
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