Bio

Maria joined James Russo & Partners LLP in 2012 and her practice is dedicated to Family law, Real Property, Wills, Estates and Trusts. She provides expert guidance on matters arising from separation and divorce, including child access and custody, child and spousal support, and property division. Maria also has experience with cases involving mobility issues, international child abduction, and inter-jurisdictional support.

In this sensitive area of law, Jacklyn's approach is to negotiate when possible and litigate when necessary. She helps clients make informed decisions and advocates on their behalf, with a view to reaching the best and most cost-effective resolution for families.

Maria also has broad experience drafting and reviewing domestic contracts and has litigated at lower and appellate courts, including at the Windsor Court of Justice, Superior Court of Justice, Divisional Court, and the Windsor Court of Appeal.

After graduating with an honours degree in psychology from the University of Western Windsor in 2008, She was called to the bar in 2012.