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481 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M5S 1X9
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At Fogelman Law we understand that your family law matter is the most important thing in your life. We strive to find the best resolution for each client, recognizing the uniqueness of each client's circumstances. Our discreet and experienced team of family law professionals are able to assist you in all aspects of your family law matter.
In addition to our counsel practice, Herschel Fogelman, the principal of Fogelman Law, has a dynamic mediation and arbitration practice. He is one of the province's most respected family mediators and has mediated hundreds of family law disputes. When called on, he is a highly respected arbitrator.
The professionals at Fogelman Law PC advise clients on all aspects of family law. Our preference is to negotiate a resolution of the issues in dispute out of court, but when necessary, Herschel and Erin have effectively litigated at all levels of court in Ontario, including the Court of Appeal. We have expertise in complex parenting disputes as well the nuances of drafting and negotiating marriage and cohabitation agreements.
Herschel's experience as a mediator and arbitrator has honed his advocacy skills. Having the perspective of an adjudicator, gives Herschel the ability to quickly and efficiently highlight the critical issues in dispute and communicate them in the most persuasive way possible. As an arbitrator, Herschel has learned the importance of honing in on the key issues in dispute and how to frame those in the most persuasive manner possible.
Erin comes to family law having first achieved a Masters in Social Work. This foundation has given her a broad insight and skill set in navigating the human dynamics within conflict resolution and a keen sensitivity in parenting issues. Both Herschel and Erin adopt a practical and results focused approach to cases that is tailored to the needs and instructions of the client they work with.
Herschel also offers customized case management to better meet the needs of family law clients. Customized Case Management provides tailor-made time and issue management, to streamline dispute resolution, and better accommodate clients’ schedules and preferences.
Herschel Fogelman is the principal of Fogelman Law. After almost two decades with a prestigious Bay Street firm, Herschel started his own practice focusing solely on family law. His approach is to find a negotiated settlement to his clients' problems, but he recognizes that not all problems can be solved through negotiation. When necessary, Herschel is an experienced litigator with success at all levels of court including the Ontario Court of Appeal.
Herschel’s thoughtful, discreet and creative approach to solving family law disputes has earned him the respect of his peers as demonstrated by the fact that he is one of Ontario’s most relied upon family law mediators and arbitrators. He successfully mediates hundreds of disputes every year and is frequently called upon by other members of the Family Law Bar to assist in solving difficult problems. Herschel recently developed a model for customized case management allowing counsel and their clients’ speedy and efficient management and dispute resolution.
Herschel has been named one of Canada’s Best Lawyers every year since the ranking was established in 1996 and is consistently ranked by Lexpert as a leading practitioner in Family Law. He is a frequent author and lecturer for such groups as Osgoode Hall Law School, the Advocates’ Society, the Ontario Bar Association and various universities in Ontario.
Erin is a Partner at Fogelman Law. She was called to the Ontario bar in 2009. Erin received her B.A. (Hons.) from McMaster University in Health Studies and Gerontology in 2004, and graduated from the joint J.D./M.S.W. program at the University of Toronto in 2008. Before joining Fogelman Law, Erin summered, articled, and practiced family law with a well-known Toronto family law boutique and subsequently practiced family law with a prestigious Bay Street firm.
Erin capitalizes on her Masters of Social Work and family law experience to represent her clients' best interests. This foundation has given her a broad insight and skill set in navigating the human dynamics within conflict resolution and a keen sensitivity in parenting issues. Erin has experience drafting all forms of domestic contracts. She acts for clients in high conflict and complex support, property, and custody and access matters at all levels of court, in negotiation and in mediation and arbitration. Erin has co-authored numerous papers, articles, and a book chapter (part of Evidence in Family Law), and is a member of the Ontario Bar Association, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts and the Advocates’ Society.
During law school, Erin was actively involved in the student legal clinic, Downtown Legal Services in the Family Law Division as a caseworker and an executive board member. Erin has also volunteered in community work with Camp Oochigeas, and as a Board member of the Creative Preschool of East Toronto. Erin completed her Social Work practicums at The Hospital for Sick Children and the Office of the Children's Lawyer.
Erin has three children, and enjoys running and travelling in her spare time.
Carolina is an associate with Fogelman Law. Before joining the firm, Carolina practiced and articled at a prominent family law firm in Toronto. She was called to the Ontario bar in 2016.
Carolina graduated from York University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in History and Political Science and went on to obtain her Master of Arts in Political Science in 2010. Upon the completion of her graduate studies, Carolina obtained her law degree from the University of Windsor Faculty of Law in 2015, where she was named the Dean’s Fellow. She undertook her Social Justice Fellowship with the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic in 2014. While attending law school, Carolina became involved in the Family Law Project with Pro Bono Students Canada, and has assisted low-income clients in a variety of matters with the Legal Assistance of Windsor. She also clerked for the Honourable Justice Barry Tobin of the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.
Carolina has a keen interest in mediation and negotiation and to further her studies, she attended the executive education program on Mediation and Negotiation at Harvard Law School in 2013.
Carolina is a member of the Ontario Bar Association and the Advocates’ Society. In her downtime, Carolina is a marathoner and tri-sport enthusiast.
April 11, 2019
The financial and emotional toll of a court-litigated divorce encourages most couples to reach a settlement beforehand, Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman tells AdvocateDaily.com.
“On one hand, you have a settlement, which provides people with certainty and finality,” says Fogelman, founder and principal of Fogelman Law. …
April 2, 2019
When preparing for case conferences and motions, it’s important for lawyers to stay up to date on Family Law Rules and specific practices for each court, Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray tells AdvocateDaily.com.
With ongoing amendments to the Rules and local practice directions often varying from court to court, these are essential tips for any family lawyer — both new or experienced.
March 1, 2019
It’s important to be able to recognize when a case is unsuitable for mediation, Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman tells AdvocateDaily.com.
Despite the cost- and time-saving potential, mediation isn’t the best option for every case, says Fogelman, founder and principal of Fogelman Law, and parties who blindly enter into the process may end up wasting more time than necessary.
February 2, 2019
Courts across the country have extensive powers to level the playing field for financially disadvantaged spouses, Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray tells AdvocateDaily.com.
In a recent B.C. case, the judge ordered a woman to advance $350,000 to her husband, funded by a loan against the family home, in order to let him continue with the litigation between the two.
January 28, 2019
Anyone going through a separation would be wise to consult with a financial advisor to help protect their assets and plan for the future, says Toronto family lawyer Carolina Paterson.
January 23, 2019
January is typically one of the busiest times of the year for divorce enquiries, and Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray recommends those seriously considering a split should get more information to fully understand the implications.
January 17, 2019
Properly conducted arbitration often works out to be less expensive than litigation despite its similarity to the court process, Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman tells AdvocateDaily.com.
December 17, 2018
Parties who take a focused approach to mediation will get the most out of the process, Toronto family lawyer and mediator Herschel Fogelman tells AdvocateDaily.com.
December 6, 2018
A child's need for certainty should guide the parties in a custody dispute, Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray tells AdvocateDaily.com.
November 28, 2018
The matrimonial home often takes centre stage in the fight between divorcing couples, Toronto family lawyer Carolina Paterson tells AdvocateDaily.com.
October 10, 2018
Working spouses must consider the impact of retirement on spousal support in their separation agreements. Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman Fogelman, founder and principal of Fogelman Law, says many payors assume they will be able to reduce or eliminate their support obligations upon retirement, considering their reduced earning potential once they stop working. However, it’s often not that simple, he adds.
September 21, 2018
Divorced parents are required to maintain a consistent level of income to support the family and could face financial consequences if a court finds that either party is intentionally underemployed, says Toronto family lawyer Carolina Paterson.
September 7, 2018
A separated spouse could feel the benefits of a former partner’s income boost, even if it occurred after they split, Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray tells AdvocateDaily.com.
August 28, 2018
Marriage counsellors should explore troubled couples’ family histories after a study suggested a link between divorce and genetics, Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray tells AdvocateDaily.com.
August 15, 2018
Pending changes to the Divorce Act, including a move away from the use of such words as “custody” and “access” to more precise language such as “parenting time” and "parenting orders,” may not have direct impact on how those issues are resolved, says Toronto family lawyer Carolina Paterson. But the new phrasing more appropriately reflects the legal meaning, whether it’s concerning parenting time with children or decision making, says Paterson.
July 11, 2018
Toronto family lawyer Carolina Paterson has always been a bit of an all-rounder. Paterson considered pursuing a PhD in political science before accepting an offer from the University of Windsor’s faculty of law, where she was named the Dean’s Fellow during her second year of studies. All this while Paterson was developing her skills as a marathoner and tri-sport enthusiast.
March 23, 2018
A recent Superior Court judgment helps redress the dearth of family law decisions involving the impact of a new partner on existing spousal support orders, Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray tells AdvocateDaily.com.
February 9, 2018
Arbitration is essentially a private judicial process that is faster than the public court system, and confidential. It has a lot of potential benefits! Herschel Fogelman talks about what families can expect from a divorce arbitration.
Jan 1, 2018
The end of a marriage is a time of tension and uncertainty that can become even more heated when one of the parties has their own company, making the services of a business valuator necessary, says Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray.
Dec 14, 2017
When a marriage ends and emotions are running high, co-parenting counselling and mediation can help families keep the focus on the kids, not the conflict, says Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray.
Nov 13, 2017
Social media and family law shouldn’t be Facebook friends, Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray tells AdvocateDaily.com.
The issue of damaging social media posts and email trails could hardly be more topical, given recent headlines about “digital documentation” and fallen movie mogul Harvey Weinstein, says Chaiton-Murray, a senior associate with Fogelman Law.
Sep 28, 2017
Mediation is growing in popularity as more families seek to resolve disputes outside the courtroom, says Toronto family lawyer, mediator and arbitrator, Herschel Fogelman.
It's a promising trend since typical courtroom litigation can make a difficult conflict even worse, Fogelman, founder and principal of Fogelman Law, tells AdvocateDaily.com.
“Mediation isn’t better in all circumstances, but it’s a preferred alternative in many,” he says.
Jun 28, 2017
In his new firm, Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman has created the conditions for what he feels will make for successful mediation and arbitration proceedings.
Fogelman Law, a boutique Toronto family law practice he founded in September, is the latest, and most significant, development in his long-term vision for his mediation-arbitration practice, which continues to grow.
“Family law is well-suited to mediation-arbitration,” Fogelman tells AdvocateDaily.com.
Jun 27, 2017
Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray is enjoying the balance between independence and support in her most recent role as senior associate at Fogelman Law. She has been with the boutique Toronto family law firm since principal Herschel Fogelman founded it in September 2016.
Jun 02, 2016
Debate over the ability and for there to be real or apprehended bias for the same person to mediate and arbitrate a case stems from a misconception of the duties and roles involved, says Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman.
Jun 02, 2016
False accusations of various types, including assault in divorce and custody cases, can drive up court costs and — even if dismissed — make it difficult to reach a negotiated settlement, says Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray.
Mar 29, 2016
Resolving conflicts when families are finding a new normal is the driving force for Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray.
Feb 29, 2016
Judges in family law courts are expressing approval of a unique case management service launched last year by Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman.
Dec 29, 2015
Separating couples who fail to fully disclose their financial assets to each other could end up paying a steeper price, says Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray.
Dec 29, 2016
Marriage contracts can be useful to different types of couples, not only parties with significant assets, and should be discussed well in advance of a wedding date, Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray tells AdvocateDaily.com.
Oct 02, 2015
Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman will be part of the faculty at this year’s Conduct of the Family Law Motion event on Oct. 2, a joint presentation by The Advocates’ Society and The Law Society of Upper Canada.
Jul 07, 2015
As work and lifestyle arrangements become more fluid, so do family dynamics for separated couples and their children, says Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray.
Jun 13, 2015
Herschel Fogelman has again been ranked as Consistently Recommended in the Canadian Legal Lexpert® Directory. Herschel has been named a Best Family Lawyer in Canada every year since the Best Lawyer rankings began, and is known for his ability to handle complex and sensitive family law matters.
Jun 10, 2015
An Ontario Court of Appeal decision confirming trial judges do not have to make a finding of custody when asked, as it promotes an adversarial approach, is in line with long-held views across the family law bar, says Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray.
Jun 07, 2015
Elderly clients often have specific needs that merit special consideration, and in these cases, it is essential to ensure the client is capable of giving and receiving instructions, Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman recently told participants of a Law Society of Upper Canada program.
Apr 06, 2015
Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman, partner with Basman Smith LLP, announces a unique new customized case management service that streamlines the process.
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Jul 07, 2015
While the majority of family law cases do not make it to the trial stage, the importance of knowing the rules of evidence should not be overlooked, Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray tells Law Times.
Mar 25, 2015
Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman is launching a unique customized case management service that’s poised to save time and money for parties in family law proceedings.
Mar 16, 2015
An Ontario court has dismissed an appeal from a father of three who argued material changes in circumstances justified relief from his child support obligations under a special agreement, says Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman.
Mar 11, 2015
When it comes to parental abduction cases involving the Hague Convention, time is a crucial factor for several reasons, Toronto family lawyer Erin Chaiton-Murray writes in Lawyers Weekly.
Jan 23, 2015
The case of an Iranian family in Ottawa requesting reimbursement of wedding gifts and costs from their son’s former wife is not surprising, says Toronto family lawyer Herschel Fogelman.
Our discreet and experienced team of family law professionals are able to assist you in all aspects of your family law matter.
Fogelman Law PC
481 Bloor Street West, Third Floor
Toronto, ON M5S 1X9
Tel/Fax (416) 800 8794
info@fogelmanlaw.ca
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