Whether you are going through a divorce or separation, it can be a very stressful time in your life. In order to minimize the conflict and the impact the separation may have on your children and yourself, it is important that both parties consult a lawyer and obtain information with respect to their rights and obligations.
Separating from your partner or spouse does not necessarily have to involve the court and parties can achieve a Separation Agreement through lawyer negotiations and/or mediation. However, in certain contentious matters, the court is the proper forum to resolve the dispute.
Contact Swan & Saenz LLP for an initial consultation today to understand your rights and obligations.
Learn MoreEverybody over the age of 18 years of age should have a Will and a Power of Attorney for Personal Care and Property.
Your Will should be updated once you get married, divorced or have children. A will is important so that all of your affairs are in order and it ensures that the administration of your estate is a smooth and cost effective process for your loved ones.
A Power of Attorney is also extremely important and sets out who will make decisions on your behalf if you do not have the requisite capacity or if you are unable to do so. If you do not have this document in place and you lose capacity, the government will make decisions on your behalf.
Contact the Law Office of Swan & Saenz LLP to get your affairs in order.
Learn MoreJennifer was born and raised in Oakville, Ontario. She did her undergraduate degree at Queens University in Kingston, Ontario where she graduated with Honours in Political Studies and Development Studies. Jennifer went to law school at Bond University in Australia where she graduated with distinction. After graduating from law school, Jennifer remained in Australia where she practiced in insurance litigation on the Gold Coast before returning home to Canada.
Jennifer began her legal career in Canada, in Muskoka where she immersed herself in the local community. There she practiced primarily in family Law. Her practice ranged in various family law issues including but not limited to drafting separation agreements, court applications for custody, support, property division and she also represented numerous parties in matters involving the Children’s Aid Society.
Jennifer worked at the Family Law Information Centre (FLIC) at the Bracebridge Courthouse on a bi-weekly basis providing summary legal advice to individuals who required legal assistance. While in Muskoka, Jennifer was also the Muskoka representative for the Supervised Access Centre Committee in which she helped advise the committee on the needs of the community and the services that were needed at the Supervised Access Centres for the District Municipality of Muskoka and Simcoe County which includes the city of Barrie.
When Jennifer is not working she maintains an active lifestyle which includes running, playing soccer and chasing after her young son.
Jorge was born in New York City but raised in Pennsylvania to immigrant parents from Latin America. He received his undergraduate degree at the University of Hartford in Hartford, Connecticut where he double majored in Political Economy and International Studies. Jorge then attended Bond University located in the Gold Coast of Australia where he received his law degree.
After receiving his law degree, Jorge moved to the Muskoka area where he completed his articles. He gained experience in real estate, business and family law under two well respected lawyers in the Muskoka area. He commenced his law career in Muskoka practicing exclusively in family law. His practice ranged in various family law issues including but not limited to drafting separation agreements, court applications for custody, support, property division and also he represented numerous parties in matters involving the Children’s Aid Society.
In March of 2014 Jorge moved down to the City of Hamilton where he and Jennifer Swan opened up a practice.
Jorge tries to maintain an active lifestyle. He grew up playing soccer, baseball, and rugby. Currently he enjoys playing soccer and spending time with his family. Besides sports and arguing the correct pronunciation of the letter “Z”, you most likely see Jorge running after his very active young son who does not stop for anyone.
Disclaimer: By filling out this form and requesting an initial consultation, it does not result in Swan & Saenz LLP being retained as your lawyer. Swan & Saenz LLP is not retained as your lawyer until you have met her in person, signed a Retainer Agreement and provided her with a monetary retainer or Legal Aid Certificate.
The Law Office of Swan & Saenz LLP is located on the 14th floor of 25 Main Street West, Suite 1415.
This is a high rise building located right next to the Family Courthouse.
Parking is available behind the office building.
Swan & Saenz LLP
25 Main Street West
14th Floor, Suite 1415
Hamilton, Ontario L8P 1H1
Tel: 905-769-0805 Hamilton
Tel: 905-695-0948 GTA
Fax: 905-481-2433
Email:
Jennifer Swan – jswan@swanlawfirm.ca
Jorge Saenz – jsaenz@swanlawfirm.ca
Colleen Morrow (law clerk) – cmorrow@swanlawfirm.ca