Lawyer Profile
Bryan R. G. Smith
Toronto, Ontario

Overview
Bryan practises in family law, with expertise in complex financial matters, corporate structures, and high-conflict disputes. He also serves as a mediator and arbitrator, with training from the Ministry of the Attorney General.
Recognized in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory as a leading practitioner in the area of Family Law (2014-2026)
Recognized as most frequently recommended by Lexpert as a leading lawyer in Family Law
Recognized as leading practitioner by Chambers High Net Worth Guide in the area of family/matrimonial law (2019-2020)
Selected by his peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers in Canada for Family Law & Family Mediation since 2006
Speaker, "When Forever Ends: The SSAG Revised User Guide and "Indefinite" Support," Ontario Bar Association's Institute program, Beyond the (New) Basics: Mastering the New Rules, Revised Guidelines, Amended Legislation, and Recent Cases in Family Law, February 2020
Bryan's practice is restricted to family law, including negotiation and preparation of complex financial agreements and settlements, and attendance as counsel in courts for conferences, motions, trials, and appeals. Bryan has participated as counsel in many mediations and contested private arbitrations.
Bryan’s practice covers a broad range of family law issues, including custody, access, support and property issues. Bryan has significant experience and sophistication with complicated financial transactions relating to corporations and business structures, as well as income tax, pension issues, and valuation issues.
Practice Areas
Bar Information
Called to the bar: 1989 (ON)