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An out-of-court resolution process for separating and divorcing couples. With an emphasis on full disclosure, respect, and open communication, this approach is client-directed and family-focused. Find out more… We offer a variety of litigation services in the field of Family Law. Find out more about how to start and navigate Family Law litigation. Find out more… Family Law Mediation is a process that is voluntary entered into by couples who are in the midst of separating in order to try and resolve some or all of the issues raised by their separation. Find out more… One of Toronto’s leading family law firm congratulates associate, Andrew Sudano, on his 10 year anniversary with the firm. Andrew is an experienced courtroom advocate. His practice encompasses a broad range of family law litigation, including child welfare, aboriginal law, parenting and residency issues and complex family law litigation. Andrew has a keen ability to cut through the complex and deliver practical and effective solutions for his clients. “We are excited to celebrate Andrew’s anniversary and look forward to another 10 years!” says Managing Partner, Robert Shawyer. “He has a wide range of experience at all levels of Court in Ontario and a demonstrated record of success as an advocate.” Prior to joining Shawyer Family Law and Mediation PC, Andrew summered with a well know family law lawyer in the City of Toronto. While summering in family law Andrew honed his skills to ready himself to begin practicing family law when he was called to the Bar. Since being called to the Bar Andrew has represented hundreds of clients and represented the child who was the subject of the Coates v. Watson decision that led to the amendment of section 31 of the Family Law Act, Ontario’s child support. In addition, Andrew, while acting as counsel, has litigated the issue of s. 35 Aboriginal Rights. Andrew Sudano received his LLB from the University of New Brunswick. While attending law school at the University of New Brunswick, Andrew was awarded the Phillip Holland Prize in Criminal Procedure. Prior to obtaining his LLB Andrew obtained his Bachelor of Arts in English and History from the University of Toronto. Congratulations, Andrew!
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Shawyer Family Law and Mediation PC Congratulates Andrew Sudano
Historic Child Support Ruling: Coates v. Watson
Shawyer Family Law and Mediation is part of a team working pro bono on this case. The case deals with the constitutionality of s. 31 of the Family Law Act, which govern’s child support for unmarried children.