Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Ottawa Law Firm for Comprehensive Legal Solutions
Established in 1973, our firm has built a reputation for delivering comprehensive legal solutions to the Ottawa community. With over four decades of collective experience, our team of dedicated professionals represents clients across multiple practice areas, including Real Estate, Family Law, and Civil Litigation. We pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to evolving legal landscapes while maintaining a steadfast commitment to personalized client service. Our family-owned structure fosters a culture of accountability and direct client engagement, ensuring that every case receives tailored attention.Having appeared before all levels of court in Ontario, we combine courtroom expertise with strategic problem-solving to address complex legal challenges. Our approach emphasizes clear communication and practical advice, empowering clients to make informed decisions about their legal matters. This enduring dedication to excellence has solidified our position as a trusted legal partner in the region.
Services
Real Estate
Family Law
Employment Law
Wills & Estates
Civil Litigation
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of continuous legal practice in Ottawa
- Our family-owned firm ensures direct client engagement with senior lawyers
- We handle cases across all levels of Ontario courts
- Our KC-designated lawyer brings specialized advocacy expertise
- We provide tailored solutions combining traditional values with modern legal strategies
Services
Real Estate
We handle residential and commercial property transactions, including purchases, sales, refinancing, and title corrections. Our expertise covers property transfers, severances, and complex real estate agreements. Clients benefit from our decades of experience navigating Ontario's property laws to ensure smooth, legally sound transactions.
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce proceedings, separation agreements, and cohabitation arrangements. We resolve asset division disputes and support payment negotiations with sensitivity to clients' emotional and financial needs. Our KC-designated lawyer brings specialized advocacy skills to complex family law matters.
Wills & Estates
We provide comprehensive estate planning services including will creation, power of attorney documents, and trust arrangements. Our team assists with estate administration and probate processes, ensuring compliance with legal requirements while honoring clients' wishes for asset distribution.
Civil Litigation
Our litigation practice covers contract disputes, commercial conflicts, and specific performance claims. With representation in all Ontario court levels, we combine courtroom experience with strategic negotiation to achieve favorable outcomes for clients involved in civil legal disputes.
Employment Law
We represent both employees and employers in employment disputes, offering balanced perspectives on workplace rights and obligations. Our services include contract review, termination disputes, and compliance guidance, drawing on decades of experience in Ontario's employment law landscape.
People
H. Richard Shanbaum
Lawyer
Recognized KC-designated lawyer with over 40 years' experience in Family Law, Real Estate, and Wills & Estates. Practicing since 1972, he combines courtroom expertise with practical legal solutions for Ottawa residents.
Terri H. Semanyk
Lawyer
Experienced legal practitioner specializing in Employment Law and Wills & Estates since 1975. Provides strategic counsel on workplace rights and estate planning matters with personalized attention to client needs.
A. Joshua H. Shanbaum
Lawyer
Admitted to the Bar in 2017, focusing on Real Estate and Family Law. Brings contemporary perspective to property transactions and domestic legal matters while maintaining traditional service standards.
Charles Wiseman
Retired Lawyer
Former practicing lawyer now retired. Clients requiring continued representation are directed to A. Joshua H. Shanbaum, who maintains continuity of service for legacy cases.
Questions
What areas of law does Shanbaum Semanyk specialize in?
We specialize in Real Estate, Family Law, Employment Law, Wills & Estates, and Civil Litigation, with additional expertise in motor vehicle accident claims.
How long has the firm been operating in Ottawa?
Our lawyers have been serving Ottawa since 1973, providing continuous legal representation across multiple generations of clients.
Can I get legal assistance for property transactions?
Yes, we handle residential and commercial property purchases, sales, refinancing, and title corrections with experienced representation throughout the process.
Do you offer estate planning services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive estate planning including will creation, power of attorney documents, and trust arrangements tailored to individual client needs.
