Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Family Lawyer in Windsor, Ontario
Christopher Knowles has served Windsor, Ontario since 2005, specializing in family law and child protection matters. As a former law clerk to Justice Robert Decary of the Federal Court of Appeal, we bring unparalleled legal insight to every case. Our practice prioritizes children's best interests, ensuring their voices are heard in custody disputes and child protection cases. We represent clients in adoption, fertility law, and collaborative family law matters, combining technical expertise with compassionate advocacy.Our team's experience includes high-profile cases like the Lev Tahor child protection matters, demonstrating our capability to handle complex legal challenges. We maintain active roles with the Office of the Children's Lawyer and Family Responsibility Office panels, reinforcing our commitment to ethical, client-focused representation. Community involvement includes pro bono work and legal education initiatives, reflecting our dedication to accessible justice.
Services
Family Law
Child Protection Law
Adoption Law
Fertility Law
Custody
Divorce Lawyer
Legal Aid Lawyer
Collaborative Family Law
Parenting Time Orders
Child and Spousal Support
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of combined legal experience including former judicial clerkship
- Active panel member for Office of the Children's Lawyer since 2005
- Specialized training in collaborative family law and voice of the child reports
- Proven track record in high-profile child protection cases
- Community-recognized legal education and pro bono contributions
Associations and certifications
- Office of the Children's Lawyer
- Family Responsibility Office
What people say
Extremely compassionate
Professional
Constructive and respectful
Phenomenal
Went above and beyond
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce proceedings, custody arrangements, and spousal support matters. We provide strategic counsel for complex property division and parenting agreements. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of Ontario's family court systems and commitment to resolving disputes through negotiation or litigation.
Child Protection Law
We represent children and families in child protection cases involving Children's Aid Societies. Our services include court representation, care plan development, and reunification strategy. With experience in high-profile cases like the Lev Tahor group, we ensure children's voices are heard while balancing family rights and welfare considerations.
Adoption Law
Our adoption services cover private domestic adoptions, international adoptions, and kinship placements. We guide clients through legal requirements, home studies, and court processes. Specialized knowledge includes adoption consents and representing birth parents or adoptive families in contested matters.
Fertility Law
We handle surrogacy agreements, donor arrangements, and multi-parent legal frameworks. Our practice addresses parental rights establishment and contractual protections. Services include drafting legal parentage agreements and navigating Ontario's evolving fertility law landscape for diverse family structures.
Collaborative Family Law
This process resolves family disputes outside court through structured negotiations. We facilitate cooperative solutions for divorce settlements and parenting plans. Certified collaborative practitioners focus on maintaining relationships while achieving legally sound, mutually beneficial agreements.
People
Christopher G. Knowles
Barrister and Solicitor
Former law clerk to Federal Court of Appeal Justice Robert Decary, Christopher specializes in family and child protection law. With over 15 years' experience, he represents children in custody cases and acts as FRO agent for support enforcement.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce proceedings, custody arrangements, spousal support, adoption, and child protection cases with a focus on children's best interests.
Do you handle child protection cases?
Yes, we represent children and families in cases involving Children's Aid Societies, including high-profile matters like the Lev Tahor group cases.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash and cheque payments for our legal services.
Are you available for emergency legal matters?
We operate by appointment only and do not offer emergency services outside regular business hours.
Do you serve areas outside Windsor?
Yes, we serve Chatham, Kent, Essex County, and Lambton County in addition to Windsor.
What makes your practice unique?
Our former judicial clerkship experience combined with specialized training in collaborative law and child advocacy distinguishes our approach.
