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Family Law practice located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Specializing in separation, divorce, drafting domestic contracts, adoption, child support disputes, custody and access, property issues, wills, litigation, appeals.
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The sum is greater than its parts.

OUR TEAM

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Beverley Johnston

FOUNDER, LAWYER
Contact
beverley@johnstonfamilylaw.ca
613-680-8855 ext. 225

Education
Bachelor of Arts - University of Western Ontario (1992)
LL.B. - University of Windsor (1996)

Memberships
Law Society of Upper Canada (1998)
County of Carleton Law Association

Panels
Office of the Children's Lawyer

As an experienced family law lawyer, Beverley will use her knowledge, passion and creativity to achieve the best result for you, the client.

 

Beverley assists her clients in ensuring their interests are protected and advanced in all family matters including divorce, child and spousal support, property division, including complicated situations involving corporate assets, stock options and businesses,  and custody/access. Beverley works hard to resolve issues for clients in a cost effective manner; however she is also an experienced litigator with extensive trial experience.

 

Beverley assists clients in the areas of estate planning including preparation of wills, powers of attorney for both property and personal care, as well as assisting executors and beneficiaries with estate administration and litigation.

 

Beverley received her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Western Ontario in 1992. She received her Law Degree from the University of Windsor in 1996 when she was awarded the Smith Lyons Award for trial advocacy. She was called to the Ontario Bar in 1998 and is  a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada and the County of Carleton Law Association. Beverley is also a panel lawyer for the Office of the Children’s Lawyer wherein she advocates for children.

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Laura Maxwell

LAWYER
Contact
laura@johnstonfamilylaw.ca
613-680-8855 ext 224

Memberships
Law Society of Upper Canada
County of Carleton Law Association

Laura articled at Johnston Family law after graduating from the University of Ottawa in June 2022 with a Juris Doctor in common law. Laura also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of New Brunswick and a Commerce Degree from Saint Mary’s University. Prior to attending law school, Laura spent several years working on Parliament Hill and in the non-profit sector.

 

Laura was called to bar in 2023 and is a member of the County of Carleton Law Association (CCLA.)

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Lydie Séguin

LAWYER
Contact
lydie@johnstonfamilylaw.ca
613-680-8855 ext 228

Memberships
Law Society of Upper Canada
County of Carleton Law Association

Lydie is dedicated to assisting families with their specific legal issues. She values collaborating with clients to create tailored strategies and effective solutions that meet their needs.

 

Lydie completed her articles and practiced at a Legal Aid clinic after graduating from the University of Ottawa in June 2023 with a Juris Doctor in Common Law. She also holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from Laval University in Quebec City and a degree in International Development and Globalization from the University of Ottawa. During law school, Lydie spent several years working for the federal government.

 

Lydie was called to the Ontario Bar in 2024 and is a member of the Association des juristes d’expression française de l’Ontario (AJEFO). She is fluently bilingual and can represent the firm’s clients in both official languages.

 


 

Lydie se consacre à aider les familles à résoudre leurs problèmes juridiques spécifiques. Elle attache une grande importance à la collaboration avec ses clients pour créer des stratégies sur mesure et des solutions efficaces qui répondent à leurs besoins.

 

Lydie a complété sa cléricature et a pratiqué dans une clinique d’aide juridique après avoir obtenu un Juris Doctor en Common Law de l’Université d’Ottawa en juin 2023. Elle est également titulaire d’un baccalauréat en droit (LL.B.) de l’Université Laval à Québec et d’un diplôme en développement international et mondialisation de l’Université d’Ottawa. Pendant ses études en droit, Lydie a travaillé plusieurs années pour le gouvernement fédéral.

 

Lydie a été admise au Barreau de l’Ontario en 2024 et est membre de l’Association des juristes d’expression française de l’Ontario (AJEFO). Elle est parfaitement bilingue et peut représenter les clients du cabinet dans les deux langues officielles.

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Sheri Kind

SENIOR LAW CLERK/OFFICE MANAGER
Contact
sheri@johnstonfamilylaw.ca
613-680-8855 ext 223

Sheri has  a dual role with the firm serving as a senior law clerk as well as assisting with the day-to-day operations of the firm to support our clients and staff with various administrative tasks.

 

Her goal is to keep the office running smoothly, which allows the firms’ lawyers to focus on the needs of our clients and to continue to deliver a high-quality legal product.

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Darlene Watters

SENIOR LAW CLERK
Contact
darlene@johnstonfamilylaw.ca
613-680-8855 ext 229

Darlene is our experienced senior law clerk at Johnston Family Law. Her vast knowledge and expertise in family law supports our  lawyers in providing outstanding legal services to our clients.  Darlene’s goal is to work closely with the firm’s lawyers to ensure all client’s administrative and legal needs are met.