Who We Are
We are experienced and compassionate family law lawyers, whose mission it is to help individuals resolve the legalities surrounding their relationships, whether beginning or ending. We make an effort to get to know our clients from the outset, and ensure they get to know us.
Meet Us
Lawyer/Principal
Meet Julie
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Julie Tyas
Lawyer/Principal
julie@tyasfamilylaw.ca
416-485-6769 ext. 1.
Julie loves people and has always been drawn to helping others with their problems. This is why she chose family law.
Julie is experienced in all aspects of family law, from straightforward matters to complex separations and divorce, involving property division, high-conflict parenting issues, child and spousal support, and domestic contracts (including both Cohabitation Agreements and Marriage Contracts).
Julie is responsive and approachable, and her objective is straightforward: guiding clients toward a much happier place in their lives - calmly, clearly, and as painlessly and cost-effectively as possible.
As a parent, Julie understands the value of offering perspective, flexibility, and encouragement to her clients. As a human being, she believes that all people deserve to be treated with respect, particularly in family law disputes, when people are at their most vulnerable.
Julie believes it is important for clients to realize that as difficult as family law issues may be, the process will come to an end. In striving for the optimal final resolution, Julie offers her clients the most effective and appropriate tools and techniques available, including the Collaborative Family Law process, Negotiation, Mediation, Mediation/Arbitration, or Court.
A strong advocate for her clients, Julie is committed to ensuring their interests are properly represented, while providing a high level of integrity, professionalism, and sensitivity throughout the process.
Outside of the office, Julie’s negotiating skills in family disputes are continuously honed between her three young boys. She welcomes life’s simple pleasures – downtime with family and friends, exploring new hiking trails and “occasionally” binge-watching murder series on Netflix.
Education
B.A. (Hons) Psychology, 2003 – Wilfrid Laurier University
LL.B., 2006 – University of Windsor
Called to the Ontario Bar, 2007
Memberships & Affiliations
Law Society of Ontario
The Advocates' Society
Canadian Bar Association
Ontario Bar Association
Lawyer
Meet Haya
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Haya Sakakini
Lawyer
haya@tyasfamilylaw.ca
416-485-6769 ext. 3
Haya began her career advocating for human rights and social justice issues. She worked in the Middle East for three years prior to commencing her legal career, focusing on advocacy and lobbying initiatives, which aimed to raise awareness about complex human rights and international law issues.
Haya furthered her interest in social justice issues while attending law school at the University of British Columbia. There, Haya participated in a clinical term, wherein she assisted as a clinician at Rise Women’s Legal Centre, a legal clinic providing accessible legal services to self-identified women and gender diverse people. This experience confirmed Haya’s interest in family law.
Haya also won the Allan Falconer Memorial Student Essay competition in 2021 and, as a result, her paper about psychological violence in family law cases was published in the Canadian Journal of Family Law.
After her call to the Ontario bar in 2022, Haya dedicated her practice exclusively to family law. Haya represents clients in complex family law matters, ranging from high conflict parenting to property division, as well as domestic contracts. She represents clients in court as well as in alternative dispute processes, such as mediation and arbitration. Before joining Tyas Family Law PC, Haya articled and worked at a prominent boutique family law firm in Toronto where she gained invaluable skills and experience in advocacy and litigation.
Haya brings her unique lens from her previous career into her practice of family law, providing clients the expertise and understanding of the multifaceted issues they may be navigating, in a compassionate way.
Outside of her law practice, Haya can be found making her own body care products from natural ingredients, indulging in film photography, or exploring a new nook or body of water.
Education
B.A. (Hons) Global Studies, 2015 - Wilfrid Laurier University
J.D, 2021 - University of British Columbia
Called to the Ontario Bar, 2022
Memberships & Affiliations
Law Society of Ontario
Canadian Bar Association
Ontario Bar Association
The Advocates’ Society
Julie Tyas
Lawyer/Principal
julie@tyasfamilylaw.ca
416-485-6769 ext. 1.
Julie loves people and has always been drawn to helping others with their problems. This is why she chose family law.
Julie is experienced in all aspects of family law, from straightforward matters to complex separations and divorce, involving property division, high-conflict parenting issues, child and spousal support, and domestic contracts (including both Cohabitation Agreements and Marriage Contracts).
Julie is responsive and approachable, and her objective is straightforward: guiding clients toward a much happier place in their lives - calmly, clearly, and as painlessly and cost-effectively as possible.
As a parent, Julie understands the value of offering perspective, flexibility, and encouragement to her clients. As a human being, she believes that all people deserve to be treated with respect, particularly in family law disputes, when people are at their most vulnerable.
Julie believes it is important for clients to realize that as difficult as family law issues may be, the process will come to an end. In striving for the optimal final resolution, Julie offers her clients the most effective and appropriate tools and techniques available, including the Collaborative Family Law process, Negotiation, Mediation, Mediation/Arbitration, or Court.
A strong advocate for her clients, Julie is committed to ensuring their interests are properly represented, while providing a high level of integrity, professionalism, and sensitivity throughout the process.
Outside of the office, Julie’s negotiating skills in family disputes are continuously honed between her three young boys. She welcomes life’s simple pleasures – downtime with family and friends, exploring new hiking trails and “occasionally” binge-watching murder series on Netflix.
Education
B.A. (Hons) Psychology, 2003 – Wilfrid Laurier University
LL.B., 2006 – University of Windsor
Called to the Ontario Bar, 2007
Memberships & Affiliations
Law Society of Ontario
The Advocates' Society
Canadian Bar Association
Ontario Bar Association
Haya Sakakini
Lawyer
haya@tyasfamilylaw.ca
416-485-6769 ext. 3
Haya began her career advocating for human rights and social justice issues. She worked in the Middle East for three years prior to commencing her legal career, focusing on advocacy and lobbying initiatives, which aimed to raise awareness about complex human rights and international law issues.
Haya furthered her interest in social justice issues while attending law school at the University of British Columbia. There, Haya participated in a clinical term, wherein she assisted as a clinician at Rise Women’s Legal Centre, a legal clinic providing accessible legal services to self-identified women and gender diverse people. This experience confirmed Haya’s interest in family law.
Haya also won the Allan Falconer Memorial Student Essay competition in 2021 and, as a result, her paper about psychological violence in family law cases was published in the Canadian Journal of Family Law.
After her call to the Ontario bar in 2022, Haya dedicated her practice exclusively to family law. Haya represents clients in complex family law matters, ranging from high conflict parenting to property division, as well as domestic contracts. She represents clients in court as well as in alternative dispute processes, such as mediation and arbitration. Before joining Tyas Family Law PC, Haya articled and worked at a prominent boutique family law firm in Toronto where she gained invaluable skills and experience in advocacy and litigation.
Haya brings her unique lens from her previous career into her practice of family law, providing clients the expertise and understanding of the multifaceted issues they may be navigating, in a compassionate way.
Outside of her law practice, Haya can be found making her own body care products from natural ingredients, indulging in film photography, or exploring a new nook or body of water.
Education
B.A. (Hons) Global Studies, 2015 - Wilfrid Laurier University
J.D, 2021 - University of British Columbia
Called to the Ontario Bar, 2022
Memberships & Affiliations
Law Society of Ontario
Canadian Bar Association
Ontario Bar Association
The Advocates’ Society
Law clerk
Meet Anahit
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Anahit Singh
Law Clerk
anahit@tyasfamilylaw.ca
416-485-6769 ext. 4
Anahit (Ana) found her passion for the legal field during her very first law class in high school and has been dedicated to it ever since. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from Wilfrid Laurier University and went on to graduate with Honours from Seneca College’s Accelerated Law Clerk Diploma Program.
Drawn to family law, Ana is committed to helping clients navigate some of life’s most challenging moments with compassion and efficiency. Growing up in an Indian community, Ana saw how discussions about family law were often considered taboo. Today, Ana is working on deconstructing these barriers and strives to make the family law process less daunting for clients and their families.
Known for her strong organization, communication, and drafting skills, Ana takes pride in producing quality work and supporting clients through difficult situations.
Outside of the office, Ana can be found listening to true crime podcasts or music, spending time with family and friends, or (most likely) watching the Leafs (most of the time) lose. Ana is also fluent in Punjabi.
Education
B.A. (Hons) Criminology, 2020 – Wilfrid Laurier University
Law Clerk Diploma (Hons), 2021 – Seneca College
Memberships & Affiliations
The Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
Law clerk
Meet Lauren
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Lauren Turcotte
Law Clerk
lauren@tyasfamilylaw.ca
416-485-6769 ext. 5
Lauren has always been drawn to the legal field, motivated by a genuine desire to help others and make a meaningful difference in their lives. This passion naturally led her to family law, where compassion and connection matter most.
She earned her Law Clerk Diploma from Durham College in 2026, where she built a solid foundation for her work in the profession. Known for her kind, empathetic, and approachable nature, Lauren is dedicated to guiding clients through emotionally challenging situations with patience and understanding. She believes that family law is not just about resolving legal issues; it’s about supporting people during some of their most vulnerable moments.
Outside of the office, Lauren’s love for animals and all things pink is undeniable - the colour finds its way into almost everything she owns. When she’s not working, you’ll often find her volunteering in the community, spending time with her dog, or getting involved in causes close to her heart.
Education
Law Clerk Diploma, 2026 – Durham College
Memberships & Affiliations
The Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
Anahit Singh
Law Clerk
anahit@tyasfamilylaw.ca
416-485-6769 ext. 4
Anahit (Ana) found her passion for the legal field during her very first law class in high school and has been dedicated to it ever since. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from Wilfrid Laurier University and went on to graduate with Honours from Seneca College’s Accelerated Law Clerk Diploma Program.
Drawn to family law, Ana is committed to helping clients navigate some of life’s most challenging moments with compassion and efficiency. Growing up in an Indian community, Ana saw how discussions about family law were often considered taboo. Today, Ana is working on deconstructing these barriers and strives to make the family law process less daunting for clients and their families.
Known for her strong organization, communication, and drafting skills, Ana takes pride in producing quality work and supporting clients through difficult situations.
Outside of the office, Ana can be found listening to true crime podcasts or music, spending time with family and friends, or (most likely) watching the Leafs (most of the time) lose. Ana is also fluent in Punjabi.
Education
B.A. (Hons) Criminology, 2020 – Wilfrid Laurier University
Law Clerk Diploma (Hons), 2021 – Seneca College
Memberships & Affiliations
The Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
Lauren Turcotte
Law Clerk
lauren@tyasfamilylaw.ca
416-485-6769 ext. 5
Lauren has always been drawn to the legal field, motivated by a genuine desire to help others and make a meaningful difference in their lives. This passion naturally led her to family law, where compassion and connection matter most.
She earned her Law Clerk Diploma from Durham College in 2026, where she built a solid foundation for her work in the profession. Known for her kind, empathetic, and approachable nature, Lauren is dedicated to guiding clients through emotionally challenging situations with patience and understanding. She believes that family law is not just about resolving legal issues; it’s about supporting people during some of their most vulnerable moments.
Outside of the office, Lauren’s love for animals and all things pink is undeniable - the colour finds its way into almost everything she owns. When she’s not working, you’ll often find her volunteering in the community, spending time with her dog, or getting involved in causes close to her heart.
Education
Law Clerk Diploma, 2026 – Durham College
Memberships & Affiliations
The Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario
Family Law Expertise
When families break up, relationships become strained, positions harden, and finances become uncertain. This is exactly when you need us.
Parenting Arrangements
Property Division
Child and Spousal Support
Domestic Contracts
