Brittany Blainey
Brittany Blainey is an accomplished Ontario family lawyer and litigator whose practice is built on a foundation of fierce advocacy, deep empathy, and a steadfast commitment to the best interests of children. Based in Whitby, Ontario, Brittany represents clients throughout Durham Region, the Greater Toronto Area, and across the province in complex, high-stakes family law matters.
While deeply settlement-focused and committed to pursuing practical, sustainable resolutions outside the courtroom, Brittany is a seasoned litigation lawyer who aggressively protects her clients’ rights when court intervention is required. She is a trauma-informed practitioner with significant, specialized experience representing survivors of domestic violence in all its forms, ensuring they navigate the legal system with a fierce advocate by their side. Driven by a child-centric approach, Brittany has also successfully advocated at the trial level for grandparents’ rights and contact, securing critical familial bonds for children during turbulent transitions.
Areas of Focus
- Family Law Litigation
- Parenting and Grandparents’ Rights
- Financial Support & Property Division
- Domestic Violence Advocacy
- Divorce & Separation
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
Notable Experience
Brittany’s early career was rooted in legal aid, where she handled family law, criminal law and immigration matters, including high-stakes refugee applications. This intensive early exposure to individuals facing profound, life-altering crises shaped her uniquely compassionate, personal-based approach to the law.
Today, she blends that deep-seated empathy with sharp courtroom instincts, helping individuals and families move through significant life transitions with clarity, confidence, and formidable legal backing. This work honed her trial skills, broadened her understanding of systemic legal challenges, and solidified her client-first, empathetic approach to advocacy.
Brittany Blainey serves family law clients throughout Ontario with a particular focus on Whitby, Oshawa, Ajax, Pickering, Durham Region and the Greater Toronto Area.
Her diverse legal background provides her with a distinct edge in both negotiation and the courtroom. She is known for drafting comprehensive and durable separation agreements.
Brittany’s practice is especially relevant for individuals requiring assertive family law litigation and trial representation. She regularly supports survivors of domestic abuse seeking a trauma informed legal advocate. She also has experience with parents and grandparents involved in complex parenting contact, or decision making disputes. Brittany also has experience supporting clients navigating high-stakes financial division, child support, or spousal support arrangements.
Credentials
Education
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Cardiff University
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Ryerson University
- Certificate in Global Arbitration, Cornell University at University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne
- Called to the Ontario Bar 2016
Associations & Recognition
- Associate Lawyer, Elm Law Professional Corporation
- Member, Law Society of Ontario
- Member, Toronto Advocates Society
- Member, Durham Region Law Association
- Family law practitioner serving clients throughout Durham Region and the Greater Toronto Area
Brittany Blainey is the best lawyer I have ever had pleasure doing business with. She is compassionate, personable and completely honest. Brittany explains everything in detail while highlighting pros and cons. I just had such a wonderful experience. I truly feel that if you seek out Brittany’s help for your family matter, she’s going to help you succeed. Definitely deserving of 5 stars.
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approach
Brittany Blainey understands that family law disputes often involve both legal and personal challenges. Her approach focuses on helping clients understand their options, evaluate potential outcomes, and make informed decisions during periods of uncertainty.
While she is prepared to advocate for clients in court when necessary, Brittany also recognizes the value of negotiated resolutions that reduce conflict, control costs, and create workable long-term arrangements for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of lawyer is Brittany Blainey?
Brittany Blainey is an Ontario family lawyer whose practice focuses on divorce, separation, parenting disputes, child support, spousal support, property division, and family law litigation. She represents clients throughout Durham Region, the Greater Toronto Area, and other parts of Ontario.
Does Brittany Blainey handle both negotiated settlements and court proceedings?
Yes. Brittany assists clients with both negotiated resolutions and litigation. Depending on the circumstances of the case, she may help clients resolve disputes through settlement discussions or represent them in court when litigation becomes necessary.
Can Brittany Blainey help with parenting disputes?
Yes. Parenting matters are a significant part of Brittany’s practice. She advises clients on parenting time, decision-making responsibility, parenting plans, and disputes involving children’s best interests following separation or divorce.
What family law issues does Brittany Blainey handle?
Her practice includes divorce, separation, child support, spousal support, parenting disputes, property division, separation agreements, and contested family law matters requiring litigation.
Who does Brittany Blainey typically represent?
Brittany represents individuals and families experiencing relationship breakdown, parenting disputes, financial disagreements arising from separation, and other family law-related challenges. Her clients range from those seeking amicable resolutions to those involved in highly contested matters.
Does Brittany Blainey appear in court?
Yes. Brittany represents clients in family law litigation when disputes cannot be resolved through negotiation or settlement. Court proceedings may involve parenting, support, property, or other contested family law issues.
What makes Brittany Blainey’s approach different?
Brittany focuses on balancing strong legal advocacy with practical problem-solving. She works to help clients understand both the legal and personal implications of family law decisions while developing strategies designed to support long-term stability.
What happens during an initial consultation?
An initial consultation typically involves discussing the client’s circumstances, identifying key legal issues, reviewing available options, and outlining potential next steps. The goal is to provide clarity about the legal process and help clients determine how best to move forward.