Our Team
Shahnaz Jamal
Founder & Principal
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Shahnaz received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biopsychology from the University of British Columbia and her Juris Doctor from the University of Calgary. Shahnaz is a Lawyer and an Alternate Dispute Resolution Professional, holding certifications as Mediator, Arbitrater, and Parenting Coordinator.
After articling with a national law firm, Shahnaz was called to the bar in both British Columbia and Alberta, and has been practicing for almost 20 years, over 16 years predominantly in the area of Family Law. Shahnaz focuses on all aspects of Family Law (pre-nuptial/marriage agreements, divorce, separation agreements, custody, access, and other parenting arrangements) with a view to resolving disputes for her clients.
Robin K. Dhaliwal
Associate Lawyer
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Robin is a dedicated family, wills, and civil litigation lawyer who is driven by her passion to advocate and assist individuals in need. Robin obtained her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Victoria and her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) with Honours from the University of Birmingham. During law school, Robin served as the Vice President of Moot Court Competitions and volunteered with the Refugee and Asylum Legal Clinic by offering legal advice to low-income individuals.
Kanika Bajaj
Associate Lawyer
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Kanika is a dual-licensed lawyer, duly admitted and in good standing with the Bar Council of Delhi, India, and the Law Society of British Columbia, Canada. She is a dedicated and experienced lawyer who began her legal journey 13 years ago in India. She was inspired by her eldest sister, who was one of the counsels in a landmark family law case before the Supreme Court of India that introduced a new ground for divorce in the country. Motivated by a strong desire to be a voice for the voiceless, Kanika followed in the footsteps of her two elder sisters, both of whom are lawyers in India, and committed herself to the legal profession with a strong sense of purpose and justice.
Stephanie Goldminc
Designated Paralegal, Family Mediator, and Director of Operations
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Stephanie has worked in the area of family law for over 30 years, bringing extensive experience to her dual role as a Designated Paralegal and Family Mediator. She trained as a Legal Assistant in 1996 and obtained her Paralegal diploma from Capilano University in 2003. Over the course of her career, Stephanie has supported matters at all levels of court, including Provincial Court, Supreme Court, the Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court of Canada, as well as alternative dispute resolution processes. Stephanie completed her mediation training through the Continuing Legal Education Society of British Columbia in April 2019 and meets all requirements under the Family Law Act Regulation in British Columbia.
Heather Cathcart, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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Heather works as the firm’s part time CFO. With over 30 years of experience in various industries including 20 in legal, Heather oversees all financial operations of the firm. Heather obtained her CMA designation in 1991 from the BC Society of Management Accountants and is a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of BC (CPABC).
Elizabeth Jackson
Director, Human Resources
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As the firm’s part-time Human Resources Director, Elizabeth oversees the Human Resources strategy. This includes recruitment, compensation, performance management, communication, learning and development, and health and wellness. With more than 30 years of experience within the professional services, financial/banking, and retail sectors, Elizabeth also runs a successful HR consulting firm. Additionally, Elizabeth is a seasoned director who presently serves on the Board of Governors for the Chartered Professional Accountants’ of BC Education Foundation. She holds a Master of Business Administration from Royal Roads University and the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation.
Dasha Zubenko
Director, Finance
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Katie (Ketevan) Khvedelidze
Legal Assistant
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Rivi Puar
Legal Assistant
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