Business Details
37 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Family Law Services in Ottawa
Pantalone Family Law has been empowering clients through complex family law matters for over 30 years. Founded in 1989 by Jack E. Pantalone, our practice focuses on resolving divorce, custody, support, and property disputes with a settlement-first approach. We combine extensive litigation experience with mediation expertise to provide cost-effective solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our team prioritizes minimizing emotional and financial strain while safeguarding clients' rights and children's best interests.With decades of specialized knowledge and a commitment to staying current with evolving family law standards, we deliver definitive legal advice and personalized representation. Our services include mediation, negotiation, litigation, and arbitration, with transparent billing practices and a focus on practical outcomes. We serve Ottawa residents from our second-floor office on Lewis Street, offering initial consultations to help clients understand their options and navigate family law processes effectively.
Services
Family law mediation
Legal negotiation
Litigation representation
Arbitration services
Custody disputes
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of specialized family law experience since 1989
- Combines mediation expertise with extensive litigation experience
- Offers cost-effective solutions through settlement-focused approach
- Prioritizes children's best interests in all family law matters
- Transparent billing with $400/hour rate and no hidden fees
What people say
Priceless help
Empowered clients
Practical advice
Excellent communication
Best family law lawyer
Services
Family law mediation
Our mediation services help couples resolve family law disputes amicably through structured negotiations. With over 30 years of experience, we facilitate win-win solutions for divorce, custody, and support issues while maintaining confidentiality. The process allows couples to control outcomes rather than having decisions imposed by courts.
Legal negotiation
We specialize in negotiating separation agreements, marriage contracts, and cohabitation agreements. Our approach focuses on achieving practical solutions through four-way meetings and settlement discussions. With extensive experience since 1989, we help clients understand implications of decisions while protecting their interests.
Litigation representation
When settlement isn't possible, we provide strong courtroom representation for family law matters. With experience in trials and appeals, we advocate for clients' rights in custody battles, property disputes, and complex support cases. Our approach balances cost-effectiveness with vigorous advocacy, particularly prioritizing children's best interests.
People
Jack E. Pantalone
Lawyer
Practicing family law since 1989, Jack focuses on mediation and litigation. He graduated from Western University in 1987 and has extensive experience in custody matters, child support, and complex property disputes. His practice emphasizes settlement while maintaining trial readiness.
Lisa Goyette
Senior Law Clerk
Lisa has worked exclusively in family law since 2005. She provides administrative, accounting, and legal support services while demonstrating compassion and understanding for clients' unique circumstances. Her expertise covers all family law matters from simple divorces to high-conflict cases.
Questions
Do I need to go to court for a divorce?
No, most divorces are uncontested and finalized without court appearances. Only urgent matters require immediate court action.
What is the difference between mediation and arbitration?
Mediation is confidential negotiation with a neutral facilitator. Arbitration involves a binding decision by a third party after hearing both sides.
How much will my family law matter cost?
Uncontested divorces cost $1,500. Other matters billed hourly at $400/hour. Costs depend on complexity and whether settlement is achieved.
What is a legal separation?
Separation occurs when couples live separate lives. No formal legal process required, but separation agreements can formalize arrangements.
Can I change the locks during a separation?
Not without court order or agreement. Exclusive possession requires legal process unless there's immediate safety concern.
