
How to Get a Divorce in Ontario: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn the 8 steps to getting a divorce in Ontario, from legal requirements and court forms to serving your spouse and obtaining your Divorce Certificate.
At Bani Family Law, we help individuals and families in Markham, Richmond Hill, and across the Greater Toronto Area navigate separation, divorce, child support, spousal support, parenting issues, property division, and family agreements with clear advice and practical legal strategies.


Family law issues can be emotional, stressful, and life-changing. Whether you are going through a separation, dealing with parenting disputes, negotiating support, or trying to protect your future with a family agreement, you need legal advice that is clear, honest, and tailored to your situation.
At Bani Family Law, we are dedicated exclusively to family law. We take the time to understand your goals, explain your options in plain language, and help you move forward with confidence. Every family situation is different, which is why we focus on practical solutions that fit your circumstances, protect your interests, and support the outcome you are working toward.
We listen carefully to understand your family law issue and your immediate concerns.
We explain your legal rights and options in clear, straightforward language.
We help identify the best next steps based on your circumstances.
We create a practical strategy for moving your matter forward.
We answer your questions so you leave with more clarity and confidence.


Bani Family Law assists clients with a full range of family law matters, from negotiation and agreement drafting to court proceedings where necessary.
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Clear communication matters, especially when you are dealing with an important family law issue. Bani Family Law is proud to support clients who feel more comfortable discussing their matter in a familiar language.
Our firm assists Farsi-speaking, Persian-speaking, Tamil-speaking, and Punjabi-speaking clients in Markham, Richmond Hill, Brampton, and across the Greater Toronto Area. We are committed to making family law guidance more accessible, clear, and comfortable for individuals and families navigating separation, divorce, support issues, parenting matters, and family agreements.
If you are looking for a Farsi-speaking family lawyer in Markham, a Persian-speaking family lawyer in Richmond Hill, a Tamil-speaking family lawyer serving Markham, Richmond Hill, and the GTA, or a Punjabi-speaking family lawyer serving Markham and Brampton, Bani Family Law is here to help you better understand the legal process and your options moving forward.
Understanding your rights is the first step toward making confident decisions for your family. Our lawyers write clear, practical guides on divorce, separation, parenting, support, and property division in Ontario, so you can learn how the process works before you take the next step.

Learn the 8 steps to getting a divorce in Ontario, from legal requirements and court forms to serving your spouse and obtaining your Divorce Certificate.
We know that choosing the right family lawyer is an important decision. We are proud of the relationships we build with our clients and the trust they place in us during some of the most difficult times in their lives.
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I had a grade experience with lemooriya Ananthan she's great lawyer She fights for you, she cares about her clients niece and she get job the done. And she also go far and beyond for her clients.Posted on Google![]()
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I had a great experience with Lemooriya. She was professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely took the time to understand my concerns. Her advice was clear, practical, and reassuring throughout the process. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable family lawyer.Posted on Google![]()
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I can't recommend Shelly enough. From the very beginning, she has been incredibly kind, efficient, and genuinely invested in helping me through one of the most difficult times in my life. She always took the time to explain every step of the process in a way I could actually understand. She was also very mindful of costs, never doing unnecessary work and always looking for practical, cost-effective solutions. I truly felt that she cared about achieving the best outcome for me, not just billing hours. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and trustworthy family lawyer, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Shelly! Truly, thank you!!Posted on Google![]()
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If you’re looking for an exceptional lawyer, I wholeheartedly recommend Shelly Banihashemi. From the very beginning, she was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely kind. She took the time to explain everything clearly, answered all of my questions with patience, and always made me feel supported throughout the process. Her dedication, attention to detail, and expertise made a stressful situation so much easier to handle. I always felt confident knowing she was representing me. If you’re looking for an honest, compassionate, and highly skilled lawyer who truly cares about her clients and gives them her time, I would absolutely recommend Shelly. Thank you for all of your hard work and outstanding service!Posted on Google![]()
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Mrs Banihashemi is excellent family lawyer she was everywhere for me and handled my case so easy I really recommend her she’s really number one. Thank you so much Mrs Banihashemi for excellent job you did for me I really appreciate it. Best regards.Posted on Google![]()
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Shelly provided solid advice, direct, and to the point. As a mitigation lawyer, her approach is solution based, not to make a meal ticket out of a bad situation. Would highly recommend her for anyone going through a difficult, confusing time of their life.Posted on Google![]()
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Shelly was so supportive during a very difficult time in my life. She guided me when i felt at my lowest. She was empathetic and very professional and handled me and my case with patience and compassion. Thank you Shelly for all that you did for me and my kids. 🙏🏼♥️Posted on Google![]()
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Shelley and Sara were great to deal with. Shelley was very knowledgeable and professional and Sara’s client service was superb. Highly recommend Bani Law 👍🏾Posted on Google![]()
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Shelly is diligent, direct and really cared about a positive outcome for me. Shelly ensures that I understand the legal process and is always available to answer my questions. She is well connected and resourceful. I really felt like I was in good hands and that she had my best interest at heart. She is hard working and definitely has zero issues standing up for me in court. I couldn’t ask for a better lawyer!
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