Testimonials

I worked with a different law firm before finding Gelman and Associates, and I wish I had found them sooner. From my very first consultation, I could tell that Gelman and Associates is different. They are honest and straightforward, making it clear that Family Law is complex and comes with its own set of challenges. I worked with Negin Sari. I was a returning client. Negin took the time to explain every aspect of my case, making sure I fully understood my options. She clearly described the limitations of Family Law and answered all my questions in straightforward, everyday language. This approach gave me confidence in the direction we were taking. Overall, her support was comprehensive and strategic—I would highly recommend Negin to anyone seeking reliable legal advice.

Evan was my lawyer at Gelman And Associates. My variation for child support case was complicated because of international jurisdiction. The year long case was quite stressful and frustrating but Evan managed the process very well leading to a successful outcome for me. I would highly recommend Evan as a lawyer. Tracy and Alexis also provided a lot of support and were very responsive.

It has been a great experience for me to work with Sierra and Rosalia on my complicated family matter! Both Sierra and Rosalia always stood by me with their legal advice and knowledge. I can't say it enough. Thank you so much!!! Grace Loeff

I hired Stephanie Joe to represent me in my family law matter. She is very experienced in how to deal with narcissists and high conflict divorce. While she was empathetic to my situation and the traumas I experienced with my ex, she always remained professional and focussed on my case. She was able to resolve my case in a swift manner. She doesn’t waste time or drag out your case. I highly recommend Stephanie, she’s amazing!

I had the pleasure to work with Negin Sari and Brooklyn Parkes who were very helpful and supportive from start to finish.

Lisa Gelman outstanding, professional, responsive, and supportive. Highly recommend!

I had the greatest experience working with Jake Sandler and Alexis Wilson for a family law case! Jake was clear, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable- but beyond that, he brought a level of calm and professionalism that made a stressful situation much more manageable. He went above and beyond throughout the process. If you’re dealing with a family law issue, I highly recommend not waiting to find representation. Having someone like Jake on your side early makes a huge difference. Definitely someone you want in your corner.

“I initially tried to handle my divorce alone, even filing at the Newmarket courthouse—what a mistake! The process was a mess, with constant delays, and zero guidance. Frustrated, I retained Gelman & Associates, and everything changed. Nikan Barari and Anastassiya Puryga were incredibly professional. Communication was top-notch—weekly updates—and they navigated every hurdle the courthouse threw at us. In hindsight, the reasonable fee was absolutely worth it. If you’re dealing with family matters, I highly recommend this firm, especially Nikan and Anastassiya. They simplify and resolve everything in a timely, professional manner!”

During our time working with Nikan Barari and her team, including Annataysia, we found her guidance to be exceptionally clear and direct. She always outlined the next steps and what was expected of us, making it much easier to navigate a stressful court process. Going to court is never easy, but Nikan made it far more manageable. We are incredibly grateful and thankful—not just for her professional expertise, but also for the support she provided throughout.

I retained Julia Hockin at Gelman & Associates to assist with matters related to my separation agreement. Throughout the process, Julia was thorough, attentive, and consistently responsive. She provided strong advocacy on my behalf while also keeping the best interests of my children at the forefront. I would highly recommend Julia to anyone seeking knowledgeable and compassionate legal representation.

Thanks to Sierra and Rosalia for the assistance :)

Evan listened to our complicated story and gave us great legal advice. He even advised us we didn’t need a lawyer in court which turned out to be true. He definitely cares about people. Tracy always responded quickly to our inquiries and she was unfailingly professional and polite. We highly recommend this firm to anyone going through the stress of legal issues.

Everyone I talked to along the process was great! My lawyer Julia was amazing!

I retained Stephanie Joe at Gelman & Associates for my separation agreement and subsequent divorce. She started off with a clear road map of the process with expected fees/timelines. Since I live in the GTA (not in Toronto), I was concerned about providing the necessary documents on line (securely). Alexis and Stephanie walked me through the Dropbox process, which went without a hitch. My questions and concerns were answered promptly and accurately. The entire process went exactly as Stephanie outlined, including fees and schedule. For those seeking legal assistance with falls within Gelman's scope, I highly recommend Stephanie Joe.

Obviously these are services that you never want to have to obtain but Negin really made this a pleasurable experience. She was incredibly thorough, professional and made it as seamless and easy as possible.

I retained Gelman & Associates for a family law matter and had the privilege of working closely with Kat Kumka, Brooklyn Parkes, and Negin Sari. I could not be more satisfied with the experience. Kat, Brooklyn, and Negin were exceptionally thorough and patient — they took the time to answer every one of my questions, including those I felt might be trivial. The team demonstrated deep expertise in family law and consistently provided honest, transparent, and realistic guidance, all while exceeding my expectations at every stage. Thanks to their hard work, commitment, and attention to detail, my case was handled with care and ultimately reached a successful outcome. I am genuinely grateful for their support and would recommend the entire Gelman & Associates team without hesitation. Thanks, Mohit D.

I hired Gelman & Associates for a family matter and had the pleasure of working closely with Sierra Hall and Rosalia. I genuinely couldn’t be happier with the experience. Sierra was incredibly thorough and patient — she took the time to answer every one of my questions, even the ones I thought were silly. What impressed me most was her determination. When things became challenging, she didn’t give up or lose momentum — she adjusted our strategy and stayed focused on what would bring the best outcome. Sierra is extremely knowledgeable in family law, honest, upfront, and realistic, yet she still managed to exceed every expectation I had. Thanks to her hard work and commitment, my case was handled with care and ultimately successful. I’m truly grateful and would recommend Sierra, Rosalia and the Gelman & Associates team without hesitation.

Mr. Evan Clemence helped me with my case. it was a suffering experience for myself, but with Evan's help on the court process , I survived and continue the life journey. Thanks Evan for your professional work.

I found both Sierra and Rosalia to be confident, passionate, knowledgeable and honest. Meticulous in separation agreement documentation and wording.

I worked with Negin Sari at Gelman & Associates for my divorce, and she was exceptional. She was thorough, knowledgeable, and always made sure I understood every step of the process. Negin handled everything with professionalism and clear communication, which made an overwhelming situation so much easier. I’m truly grateful for her support and highly recommend her.

Thank you Sierra and team for all your support during this difficult time.

Nikan Barari, helped me through my stressful separation experience! Her transition with me from her previous law firm was seamless and efficient. The complete formal separation, with mediation and full division of 2 properties and investments was 10 months!! She was empathetic yet realistic! I would highly recommend Nikan.

I had an excellent experience with this law firm during my separation process. They were always very receptive, making sure to secure the best possible benefits for me. Communication was clear and consistent – they kept me informed at every step and followed up throughout the entire process. A special thanks to Lisa and Brooklyn for their dedication and support, which helped me achieve a very satisfactory outcome. I truly appreciate their professionalism and commitment

I came to Gelman and Associates with an abnormal legal issue under Intercountry Adoption Law. It was a matter that needed to be dealt with quickly and efficiently, as time was a considerable factor. I had the pleasure of dealing with Brooklyn Parkes, and Sr Associate, Paul D Slan. Not only did Brooklyn take care of everything I needed, but she took the time to go out of her way to cover every possible "What if" scenario that may have come up. She kept me posted, updated, and followed through with everything she told me she would. I couldn't be happier with the results of dealing with this law firm, specifically Brooklyn, and I would highly recommend there experience and expertise to anyone.

Excellent service! Prompt response for my concerns