Speakers

Family law experts share expert knowledge, strategies and best practices for navigating your practice in 2025.

Scott Y. Amano, President, Amano Financial Advisory Services Ltd.

Scott is a Chartered Professional Accountant, Chartered Business Valuator and Certified Fraud Examiner. With 20 years of experience in business valuation and financial management, he has prepared countless valuation reports for both corporate and matrimonial restructuring.

Mastering the Art of Business Valuations

Todd Bell, Litigation Partner, Farris LLP

Todd is an experienced family law litigator and trial lawyer. He practices parenting and custody litigation, assists parties seeking emergency protection from family violence and divides high net-worth assets such as corporate interests, trusts, foreign property and pensions.

Year in Review

Alex Boland, Partner, Connect Family Law

An expert in family law, Alex supports clients through separation using a collaborative approach. He brings specialized knowledge from 10+ years of practice and frequently presents on family law topics, including CLEBC’s Family Law Sourcebook and Annotated Practice.  

Say Goodbye to the “Sunday Scaries” 

Leneigh Bosdet, Partner, Pushor Mitchell LLP

Leniegh practices family law with an emphasis on out of court resolution. She is trained in mediation and the collaborative practice approach. Leneigh also serves as chair of the Okanagan Collaborative Family Law Group and contributed to the CLE annotated Family Practice Manual.

Mastering the Art of Business Valuations​

Erin Brook, Owner, Brook Law

Erin founded Brook Law in 2015, dedicating her practice to family law. She is actively involved with the CBABC Family Law Section, and its national counterpart, where she previously served as Chair. Erin contributed to CBA’s submissions on amendments to the Divorce Act and currently serves on CBABC’s Family Law Committee.

The What, Why and How of FOAEAA ​

Daniela Cangelosi, Director of Canadian Content, LEAP

Daniela is responsible for the planning, development and delivery of legal content to clients. She focuses on creating a positive user experience, building relationships and developing content in LEAP to help law firms advance their businesses. Prior to joining LEAP, Daniela practiced as a lawyer representing clients on family law and small claims matters. 

Level Up Your Practice with AI 

Julia Chalkley, Associate, Connect Family Law

Julia is a family law lawyer who empowers her clients to take charge in the legal process. Prior to joining Connect, she practiced family law at a boutique litigation firm. Julia is a past President of the Kelowna Bar Association.

The Contested Family File Playbook

The Honourable Justice Briana Hardwick, Supreme Court of BC

The Hon. Justice Hardwick was appointed to the British Columbia Supreme Court in 2022. Prior to her appointment she practiced in civil, commercial and family litigation, and became head of the family law department at Rush Ihas Hardwick LLP in 2012.

The Contested Family File Playbook​

Puneet Mann, Principal Lawyer, Mahogany Law

Puneet specializes in family and estate law, helping clients navigate complex legal challenges with confidence. She blends traditional expertise and modern approaches with a focus on AI and its ability to enhance family law practice. 

Level Up Your Practice with AI 

Christine Montgomery, Vice President Family Law, DivorceMate

Christine began practicing civil and commercial litigation after her call to the Bar in 1992 but ultimately decided to pursue an exclusive family law practice.  She now oversees DivorceMate’s Precedents software, conducts training sessions and webinars, presents at numerous legal forums.

Level Up Your Practice with AI ​

Taryn Moore, Partner, Pushor Mitchell

Taryn is an experienced and collaborative family law practitioner. She has presented at the CBA Family Law Conference and served as co-editor for both the J.P Boyd on Family Law Wikibook and CLE Family Law Agreements Manual.

Say Goodbye to the “Sunday Scaries” ​

Malcolm Muthulingum, Chief Executive Officer, LEAP

Malcolm joined LEAP USA in 2016 as a Data Migration Specialist where he built and managed the Data Migration Team. Prior to becoming CEO of LEAP Canada, Malcolm served as Director of Transitions, Director of Client Relations and member of the LEAP USA Executive Board. 

Level Up Your Practice with AI​

Maryanne Prohl, Director of Risk Management, Lawyers Indemnity Fund

Maryanne manages LIF's risk management initiatives and presents strategies to the legal profession through notices, risk management videos, E-Briefs, articles and presentations. She also acts as Claims Counsel, handling and defending claims reported under the compulsory professional liability indemnity program.

Cyberfraud & Indemnity Claims: Lessons Learned & Best Practices

Derek M Sanders, Managing Director, Spence Valuation Group

Derek has over 20 years of experience in business valuations, mergers, acquisitions and financial litigation support. His work includes preparing valuations and guideline income calculations for family law cases.

Mastering the Art of Business Valuations​

Andrea Swabuk-Moe, Lawyer & Mediator, YSM Family Law LLP

Andrea has practiced family law for over 12 years, focusing her practice on guardianship, child and spousal support, parenting and the division of family property. She is a certified mediator and assists couples through the formal dispute resolution process to resolve family issues after separation.

The What, Why and How of FOAEAA ​ ​

Jasmeet K Wahid, Partner, Aaron Gordon Daykin Nordlinger LLP

Jasmeet is a family law litigator who specializes in adoption, reproductive technology, child protection and First Nations concerns. She has argued several important appeals including a child’s consent to reaffirming care under the Family Law Act and the adoption of a First Nation child under the Adoption Act.

Six Feet Under and Still Holding the Funds​

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