WE WILL DEFEND YOUR RIGHTS.
Established in 1981, Goldwater, Dubé specializes in all matters relating to family law, positioning itself as one of Canada’s leading firms in the domain. The firm has a geographically-dispersed clientele around the world and manages over five hundred cases annually, some of which have attracted international media attention.
Meet the Team
A close-knit team of legal professionals, we take a collegial, collaborative approach to every case and every client. Our laws exist to serve the people and strengthen the social fabric. We are a firm that puts people, families and children first.
A tenacious defender of Canadian families.
Over two decades of experience promoting equality and fairness.
Kids,
we’ve got your back.
If you’re having a hard time with your parents
splitting up, you’re not alone!
RESOURCES
When it comes to family, matrimonial and civil rights law, finding the right information is critical. Our resources section provides an up-to-date compendium of law, common forms and frequently asked questions, and more. However, we recommend that you leave your attorney to determine the laws that apply to you and to provide personalized advice.
RECENTLY IN THE MEDIA
Anne-France Goldwater on Breakfast Television Panel
Me Goldwater joined the Breakfast Television panel for a discussion on Montreal’s upcoming municipal elections.
Judge grants extension to pitbull registration deadline
Me Goldwater was in Quebec Superior Court to argue in favour of an extension of the deadline to register “pitbull-type” dogs in Montreal, following the City’s issuance of a letter to over 500 dog owners citing incomplete paperwork. An extension of four months has been granted by Justice André Prévost.
Anne-France Goldwater to push for deadline extension
Me Goldwater plans to ask a judge to extend the deadline for registration of “pitbull-type” dogs to accommodate Montreal dog owners who received a City-issued letter citing incomplete paperwork.
Anne-France Goldwater: “There will be another proceeding filed in Superior Court”
Me Goldwaters promises to file an additional proceeding in Superior Court to extend the registration deadline for “pitbull-type” dogs, in response to a letter sent by the City of Montreal to over 500 dog owners citing incomplete paperwork.
Anne-France Goldwater: “N’abandonnez pas votre chien!”
Me Goldwater exprime son désaccord avec l’ultimatum lancé par la Ville de Montréal à plus de 500 propriétaires de chiens de “type pitbull.”
Anne-France Goldwater to Montreal’s pitbull owners: “Do not give up your dog!”
Me Goldwater speaks out against a letter issued by the City of Montreal to over 500 owners of “pitbull-type” dogs, offering her help to those threatened with the seizure of their dog.
“In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.”
Are you looking for an alternative to the cost and heartache of litigation?
Do you want to avoid having a judge decide the outcome of your financial future, or worse yet, with whom your children will reside?
Do you want to be more in control of the outcome of your breakup?
CHARITY WORK & SOCIAL CAUSES
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”
– Ghandi
We feel our work with the SPCA helps make our human community more humane and more human.
Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation
“The first duty towards children is to make them happy.”
– Charles Buxton
As family law jurists, we strive to uphold the health and happiness of children in hard times. The MCH has been fighting this same mission for over 100 years, so we are honoured to contribute.
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