Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Services in Oshawa
At Ready Family Law, we have dedicated ourselves to providing practical and clear legal guidance in family law matters for over 25 years. Our practice focuses on empowering clients with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions while prioritizing cost-effective resolutions that minimize litigation. Christine A. Ready, our lead attorney, brings extensive experience from her roles as a Dispute Resolution Officer in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and as a member of the Office of the Children's Lawyer legal panel since 2004. We specialize in collaborative family law, an approach that fosters creative solutions through negotiation rather than adversarial court proceedings. Our commitment to personalized support helps clients navigate the emotional complexities of separation with clarity and confidence.With a career spanning decades in Durham Region, we combine deep local expertise with a compassionate understanding of our clients' needs. Our team, including legal assistant Ana, ensures every client receives attentive service grounded in professionalism and care. We maintain active memberships in the Law Society of Ontario and Durham Region Law Association, reflecting our dedication to legal excellence. Whether through mediation, arbitration, or litigation when necessary, we strive to achieve outcomes aligned with our clients' unique goals. Our office remains a trusted resource for family law matters in Oshawa and surrounding areas.
Services
Collaborative Family Law
Negotiation
Mediation
Litigation
Uncontested Divorce
Legal Advice
Unbundled Services
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of exclusive family law experience in Ontario courts
- Our lead attorney serves as a Dispute Resolution Officer in Family Court
- We specialize in collaborative law to avoid unnecessary litigation
- Our team includes experienced legal professionals with local expertise
- We maintain active memberships in key legal associations
Services
Collaborative Family Law
Collaborative Family Law offers an alternative dispute resolution process where all parties commit to resolving matters outside court. Our approach focuses on creating customized solutions through cooperative negotiations while maintaining mutual respect and transparency. This method helps clients achieve sustainable agreements that address their unique family dynamics and future needs.
Legal Mediation
Our mediation services provide a structured environment for resolving family law disputes through facilitated discussions. With specialized training in collaborative practices, we help clients reach mutually acceptable agreements on issues like custody arrangements, property division, and support obligations while preserving relationships and minimizing conflict.
Litigation Support
When negotiation fails, we provide strong courtroom advocacy through comprehensive litigation support. Our extensive experience in Ontario Superior Court of Justice includes handling complex custody battles, financial disputes, and enforcement matters. We combine strategic preparation with persuasive case presentation to protect clients' interests during formal legal proceedings.
Uncontested Divorce
We streamline uncontested divorce proceedings for couples who agree on all terms. Our process ensures proper documentation of property division, child custody, and support arrangements while navigating legal requirements efficiently. This service provides a cost-effective solution for amicable separations with minimal court involvement.
Legal Consultation
Our personalized legal consultations help clients understand their rights and options during family law matters. We provide clear guidance on potential outcomes, procedural requirements, and strategic approaches tailored to individual circumstances while maintaining realistic expectations about possible resolutions and associated costs.
People
Christine A. Ready
Barrister & Solicitor
Practicing exclusively in family law since 1997, Christine brings 25+ years of experience in collaborative law and courtroom advocacy. As a Dispute Resolution Officer since 2010, she offers unique insights into effective case strategy development while maintaining membership in key legal associations.
Ana
Legal Assistant
With 35+ years of legal administration experience, Ana provides compassionate client support since joining in 2015. Her professional approach combines technical expertise with personalized attention to client needs, ensuring smooth case management and communication throughout the legal process.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize exclusively in family law matters including divorce, custody arrangements, support agreements, and property division through collaborative law, mediation, and litigation when necessary.
How long have you been practicing family law?
Christine A. Ready has practiced family law since 1997, with 25+ years of experience in Ontario courts and collaborative law practices since relocating to Oshawa in 2003.
What is collaborative family law?
Collaborative family law is a non-adversarial process where all parties commit to resolving disputes outside court through cooperative negotiations, focusing on creative solutions that meet everyone's needs.
Do you handle court cases?
Yes, while we prioritize alternative dispute resolution, we provide full courtroom representation when necessary. Christine has extensive experience in Ontario Superior Court of Justice since 2003.
What are your office hours?
Our office operates Monday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. We recommend scheduling consultations in advance to ensure adequate time for your legal matters.
