Meet Ryan P. R. McNeil
Family Law LawyerProfessional Highlights
- Partner, Lerners LLP (2019 to present)
- Chair, Diversity and Inclusion Committee (2019 to present)
- Associate Lawyer, Lerners LLP (2015 - 2019)
- Associate Lawyer, Bales Beall LLP (2011-2015)
- Student-at-Law, Bales Beall LLP (2010-2011)
- Clinical Family Law, Queen’s University (Spring 2010)
- Caseworker, Queen’s Legal Aid (2007-2008)
- Ryan’s commitment to client service is unrivaled. His practice is focused on family law and he has wide experience in dealing with complex support and property issues both inside and outside of the courtroom. He has an array of experience in dealing with high-conflict situations on the one hand and amicable family law negotiations and resolutions on the other. Ryan’s attention to detail and personal approach to client service is an asset to all of his clients.
- Ryan has worked as junior counsel on several high-profile and precedent setting cases. He has significant experience in the preparation and negotiation of domestic contracts, financial statements, pleadings, mediation and conference briefs, and motion materials.
- "Lawyers back Family Law Act change, but say disability definition may become issue", The Lawyer's Daily, November 24, 2017
- "Service of Family Process Abroad Must Comply with Hague Convention", The Lawyer's Daily, August 4, 2017
- Selected by peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers in Canada, Family Law
- Ontario Bar Association
- Canadian Bar Association
- The Advocates’ Society
- Admitted to the Ontario Bar (2011)
- Juris Doctor, Queen’s University, Faculty of Law (2010)
- Bachelor of Arts, Honours, University of Toronto, Faculty of Arts and Science (2006)
- Ryan takes pleasure in travelling to various cultural destinations around the globe (think Anthony Bourdain 'Parts Unknown') which have been inspired, in large part, by his various studies abroad. He enjoys live theatre, concerts, fashion shows, fitness and healthy living initiatives.
Insights
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Ontario Matrimonial Home Laws: What Every Spouse Needs to Know About Asset Protection
- Family Law
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"Honey, I Vaccinated the Kids!"
- Family Law
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Family Law Facelift: Bills C-78 and 207 Part V – Irreconcilable Enemies or Unlikely Friends: The Interaction between Mandatory Family Dispute Resolution and Family Violence
- Family Law
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Family Law Facelift: Bills C-78 and 207 Part IV – Near, Far, Wherever You Are: the New Laws on Relocation and Change of Residence
- Family Law
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Family Law Facelift: Bills C-78 and 207 Part III – Locked and (Un)loaded? Unpacking the Loaded Term of “Best Interests of the Child”
- Family Law
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Family Law Facelift: Bills C-78 and 207 Part II - It’s More than just Words. Goodbye (and good riddance) “Custody” and “Access”
- Family Law
Contact
- Phone:
- 416.601.2373
- Fax:
- 416.867.2466