Judy B. Piafsky

Partner
P: 416-593-3948
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  • Called to the Bar of Ontario, 2002
  • LL.B., Osgoode Hall Law School, 2000
  • B.Sc., University of Toronto, 1996
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 Overview

With a background in psychology, Judy understands the complex dynamics of a family, and is skilled in dealing with high conflict cases. Judy’s clients appreciate her ability to treat them with compassion and understanding, while at the same time relentlessly advocating on their behalf. Judy is fiercely dedicated to obtaining the right results and choosing the right process for her clients, whether it is court, negotiation, mediation, arbitration or collaborative family law.
 
For over 20 years, Judy has been providing prompt, sensitive and effective service for her clients. With dedication, common sense, and a creative approach to the resolution of family law disputes, Judy helps her clients achieve their goals efficiently. She understands her clients’ needs and ensures that they are met.   
 
Judy’s practice encompasses all areas of family law including property division and disputes, tax, complex income and support issues, corporate issues and parenting. Judy regularly appears before all levels of court in Ontario.    
 
 

 Education
  • LL.B., Osgoode Hall Law School, 2000
  • B.Sc., University of Toronto, 1996
 Practice Areas  Called to the Bar
  • Called to the Bar of Ontario, 2002
 Assistant  Experience
  • Successfully negotiated the resolution of numerous files on extremely favourable terms

  • Obtained orders for support for adult children on motion and at trial

  • Successfully defended against support motions

  • Successfully argued for the termination of support

  • Successfully defended against order for exclusive possession

  • Obtained orders for spousal support and child support

  • Obtained orders for exclusive possession

  • Obtained orders transferring custody from an alienating parent and terminating contact with the alienating parent

  • Obtained order striking out another party's court action

  • Successfully argued for the reinstatement of parenting time

  • Successfully defended against motion to terminate child support

  • Successfully argued multiple disclosure motions

  • Obtained orders for custody on motions

  • Obtained orders for imputation of income at trial

 Recognition

Recognition

  • Leading Practitioner (Repeatedly Recommended) in Family Law - Rated by Lexpert® Canadian Legal Directory
  • Ranked in Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide, 2024 in Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth – Canada 
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 Memberships

Memberships

  • Law Society of Ontario
  • Ontario Bar Association 
  • Collaborative Practice Toronto
  • York Collaborative Practice 

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