Family Lawyer Serving Markham

Local Family Law Representation Rooted in the Markham Community

Bani Family Law is based right in Markham, at 500 Hood Rd, Suite 400. We are not a satellite office or a firm that occasionally takes cases in the area. Markham is our home base, and we have built our practice around serving the families who live here.

Family law issues affect every part of life, including children, homes, finances, and long-term plans. Working with a lawyer who is genuinely local, who understands the community, and who is a short drive away for meetings and court appearances makes the process more manageable during an already difficult time.

A Law Firm Based in Markham

Our office sits in the heart of Markham, convenient for clients across the city and easily accessible from Highway 404, Highway 407, and Highway 7. Whether you live near Unionville, Cornell, Milliken, Berczy Village, or anywhere else in Markham, our office is a manageable distance away for consultations and meetings.

Being local also means we are familiar with the practical realities Markham families face, from the diversity of the community to the specific court locations where Markham family law matters are typically heard.

Family Law Services for Markham Residents

We help Markham clients with the full range of family law matters, including:

  • Divorce and separation: Guidance through uncontested and contested divorce, from initial separation through to a final divorce order.
  • Child support: Help understanding and calculating support obligations under the Federal Child Support Guidelines.
  • Spousal support: Assessment of entitlement and negotiation of fair support arrangements.
  • Parenting time and decision-making: Development of parenting plans that reflect the best interests of children.
  • Property division: Guidance on equalization of net family property and matrimonial home rights.
  • Separation agreements and marriage contracts: Drafting of clear, enforceable agreements that protect your interests.


For a deeper look at how we handle divorce specifically, visit our Divorce Lawyer Markham page. For child support matters, see our Child Support Lawyer Markham page.

Multilingual Services for Markham's Diverse Community

Markham is one of the most culturally diverse cities in Canada, and we built our practice to reflect that. Principal lawyer Shelly Banihashemi is a fluent Farsi speaker, and associate lawyer Lemooriya Ananthan is a fluent Tamil speaker. We are proud to serve clients in English, Farsi, and Tamil.

Learn more on our Persian Family Lawyer page or our Tamil Family Lawyer page.

Why Markham Families Choose Bani Family Law

  • A truly local office: Our office is in Markham, not a distant satellite location, making meetings and court preparation straightforward.
  • Exclusive focus on family law: We do not divide our attention across other legal areas. Family law is all we do.
  • Multilingual representation: English, Farsi, and Tamil services reflect Markham’s diverse population.
  • Practical, honest advice: We explain your options clearly and help you make informed decisions at every stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our office is at 500 Hood Rd, Suite 400, Markham, Ontario L3R9Z3, easily accessible from Highway 404, 407, and 7.

No. While we are based in Markham, we regularly serve clients throughout Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Scarborough, and the wider Greater Toronto Area.

We handle divorce, separation, child support, spousal support, parenting arrangements, property division, separation agreements, marriage contracts, and more.

Yes. Shelly Banihashemi is a fluent Farsi speaker and Lemooriya Ananthan is a fluent Tamil speaker. Both are available to conduct consultations in those languages.

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If you need family law advice from a lawyer based right here in Markham, Bani Family Law is here to help. Contact us to discuss your situation and take the first step toward resolving your matter with clarity and confidence.

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