Tanya believes her responsibility as counsel is to provide clients with an honest assessment of their circumstances, including the strengths and weaknesses of their position. She will not encourage unrealistic expectations simply because they are easier to accept.
Family law matters rarely exist in isolation. Decisions concerning support, property, parenting, and litigation can have significant consequences for one another. Tanya considers the larger picture, including the financial, practical, and personal implications of each decision.
Effective advocacy requires preparation, but also flexibility. As new information emerges, circumstances change, or negotiations progress, the strategy must evolve accordingly. Tanya does not believe in pursuing a particular course simply because it was the original plan.
Tanya is a litigator, but litigation should serve a purpose. She believes in exploring reasonable opportunities for settlement while remaining fully prepared to advance a client’s interests before the court when necessary. The goal is not to prolong conflict, but to achieve meaningful and sustainable results.
How working together begins
A prospective client contacts Forte Family Law by telephone, email, or through the website.
Tanya offers an initial complimentary telephone consultation of up to 30 minutes to obtain a general understanding of the matter, discuss the assistance being sought, and determine whether the firm may be an appropriate fit.
Before accepting a retainer, the necessary conflict-of-interest checks are completed.
If the client and Tanya agree to proceed, a written Retainer Agreement is prepared and circulated electronically for review and signature. The applicable initial retainer deposit is also requested.
Clients are asked to provide the identification, information, and relevant documents required to open and advance their file.
Once the retainer requirements are satisfied, Tanya reviews the relevant materials, identifies the immediate priorities, and discusses the recommended next steps.
The process is tailored to the urgency, complexity, and circumstances of each matter.
In-person meetings at the Woodbridge office, by appointment, and telephone consultations.
Arrangements are determined by the client’s circumstances, availability, and the nature of the matter.
At every turning point, Forte brings clarity to the decisions in front of you and strength to what comes next.
