Counsel of Record: Zachary Berinstein

Case Summary: Zachary Berinstein acted for the respondent father in a complex cross-border family law dispute involving competing Canadian and American proceedings. He successfully argued that Washington was the most appropriate forum, and secured a rare order maintaining child support jurisdiction there despite the children residing in British Columbia. The Court also ordered parenting time, shared decision-making, and reunification counselling to support the father's relationship with his children.

2026 BCSC 447 (CanLII)

Counsel of Record: Zach Berinstein

Case Summary: Zachary Berinstein successfully opposed the respondent's application for security for costs, arguing that the respondent's significant unpaid cost awards and child support arrears could offset any future costs order. The court dismissed the security application but granted an extension, finding it contrary to the interests of justice given the respondent's own outstanding obligations.

2025 BCCA 60 (CanLII)

Counsel of Record: Matthew Katsionis

Case Summary: Matthew Katsionis skillfully represented the respondent in this high-stakes family law case, successfully countering claims related to child custody, property division, and spousal support. Utilizing a meticulously crafted legal strategy, Matthew exposed inconsistencies in the applicant’s claims. His efforts were validated when the court awarded the respondent joint custody, a fair property settlement, and reasonable spousal support.

2021 BCPC 382 (CanLII)

Counsel of Record: Tanya Thakur

Case Summary: Tanya Thakur successfully represented the mother in this complex child custody and support case. The court upheld the existing parenting schedule, where the children primarily reside with the mother. The court also ruled in favour of the mother for child support and a proportionate share of the children's daycare costs, ensuring her financial stability and the well-being of the children.

Counsel of Record: Tanya Thakur

Case Summary: Tanya Thakur was successful in helping the claimant in this high-stakes divorce matter. The court set aside an existing marriage agreement and acknowledged that the defendant held undisclosed foreign assets. The claimant was granted a favourable division of assets, sole conduct of the sale of the family home, and lump sum spousal support.