Swansky Family Law & Mediation - Maple Ridge, British Columbia

Jimmy C.

Two years ago on August 18th 2023 my world turned upside down. I would go over to my ex's home and pick up my daughter, but little did I know this day would turn into a two year fiasco where I would fight tooth and nail for my daughter.

While on my way to grab my daughter, I waited and waited and little after a while Police showed up and my ex showed them a restraining order that was made against me, utterly and completely fabricated. I was blind sided and was not allowed to contact or see my daughter for two weeks. It was needless to say one of the worst experiences of my life having this completely made allegation towards me thrusted into my life.

I would ask a friend who went through the court system for advice as I was lost at what to do, who to talk to, and who to call for help. She advised me to reach out to Swansky Family Law and that's exactly what I did. I was able to connect with Brenda who is an amazing person and she assisted me in having a consultation with an associate Bronte. Bronte would then hear my story out and took me on as a client. With her help, I was able to get my daughter back and the fabricated restraining order my ex obtained was immediately removed as she had zero evidence aside from the fake tears she displayed in court. Thank god Judges request for evidence, and not emotion.

Throughout the next two years the process was not easy but it was always just one email, one phone call away from talking to Brenda, or Bronte for assistance with whatever matter or situation I found myself in.

Fast toward two years later and Bronte has left the firm and I'm handed over to Tarel. Tarel would go on to assist in my final matters regarding obtaining full custody. With her assistance, and Brenda helping as well these two wonderful ladies would help me obtain full custody and more important ensuring that my daughters life and future are more safer then ever and on August 18th 2025, exactly two years after I was put on this rollercoaster of a ride I would obtain a signed court order indicating exactly that.

I would highly recommend anyone seeking assistance in a famiy law matter to reach out to Swansky Family Law. I can attest to them being wonderful people and experts in the field.

Jesse P.

My experience with the Swansky Family group spans back to over 3 years ago! In dealing with a very difficult ex- spouse looking for an outrageous amount of money. The delay was all on my ex-spouse’s end, being flakey with different lawyers, no answers, etc. from anyone on that end.

My first initial call was with “Brenda Coady” “Paralegal” extraordinaire, I can’t say enough about Brenda, she is truly the glue at that firm and if she does not have the answers, trust me she will get them for you. She is a real gem and time saver should you need information and or something done.

She was able to set a zoom call, with a Roxana Necsulescu, Roxana was able to take the time on our initial consult and really lay out the ground work, she was able to really listen to my needs and concerns (and I had a lot of them) for you see, this was not necessarily an “open and shut” case for spousal support. As were going through the processes of working through my case, it took a lengthy time as my ex would take months in reply, and almost a year of no answers, etc... we were ready and waiting.
It was during the “waiting period” of hearing back from my ex, over a year or so, that Roxana announced that she was leaving the firm to pursue another dream position. I was floored, I had no lawyer or sense of protection….

Man, was I wrong. In comes Tarel Swansky!! Tarel followed up with me immediately after Roxana’s departure, where we had 1 of several in person meetings, zoom meetings over the next few years! I challenged Tarel with me “Sticking to my train of thought” about payments, etc. Tarel, is a great listener and she was able to really put all my “jumbled thoughts, asks, requests, and all the other thoughts” I had and put them an affidavit that made sense. Wow, I was blown away. Tarel was so supportive of my questions and she really cared about me as a client, I never once felt pushed aside and or a “client” I actually felt like I was “family”. It was so comforting to know that she had my back.

Fast forward to our actual Supreme court hearing, All I can say is that Tarel’s performance, demeanor was nothing short of professional, and highly organized. She was even able to offer the judge back up copies that my ex’s lawyer did not have, though she was a junior lawyer, Tarel never once played on that and treated her as a professional colleague – class act!

In the end, we were able to reach an amicable agreement that worked out in my favor, it was through Tarel’s persistence, professionalism and down right compassion she has for Law and her clients that also shines through to her staff, namely Brenda who I know had Tarel’s back every step of the way during my lengthy, frustrating process that I was able to really feel at ease and “taken care of” as part of the Swansky Family Law group.

I would like to also extend a “Thank you” to “Bronte Kelly” though we had never met, I know she assisted Tarel on my case, knowing Tarel over these past few years, I am confident that Bronte would follow in Tarel’s footsteps in taking care of her clients too!!

Thank you,
Jesse Parent.

Miss S.

Ms. Swansky was so helpful and kind - really a gift to me and my family. She knows what she is doing and delivered results at a reasonable cost . Her assistant Brenda was really supportive and together they really helped me through an incredibly difficult situation . I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer - thank you!

Colin F.

The Swansky family law firm was very helpful to me with my uncontested divorce. They were supportive and attentive to my questions and needs, offering great advice through the entire process whenever I needed it, along with their professional and confidential manner, they made divorce extremely easy for me.
They also cost me hundreds less than other firms I was considering at the time, and I'm glad I chose them.

Jen C.

I met with Tarel for a free consult on my family law matter. I really felt that she wanted to understand my case. There was no pressure, and the consult was un-rushed. She took her time and was kind and professional.

The initial consult is free and there is no time limit on it like most other firms where they say the consult is free but it’s only 30 minutes and then they charge you their hourly rate after that. I spent well over an hour with Tarel and paid nothing.

Once I decided to move on with my case, I worked with Roxana, who was equally as professional, kind and supportive. She was patient, kept me informed at every step, and always explained things to me in simple terms that I could understand. I cannot say enough about her. She was always honest and sincere and I always felt like I had someone knowledgeable and informed on my side.

Brenda, the legal assistant, is also wonderful. If you ever have any questions, she can answer a lot of them and is always more than willing to chat with you on the phone.

If you’re looking for a lawyer for your family law matter, I cannot recommend this law firm enough.

Alejandra T. T.

Tarel Swansky is amazing solving family law issues, I divorced and she helped me and my beloved kid twice to solve my situation easily, fast and in a lovely way to me!! I love her work and she is very clever on that!! I recommend a lot her work!! ☺

Celia M.

Professional and polite staff.

Not pushy with sales or with services, which is greatly appreciated. They just let you know what is recommended and let you decide without pressure.

Car wash nd vacuum afterwards was a bonus.

Carol H.

I appreciate immenselyTarel's help and advice, and that I am only delayed on this thank you because I wanted the best words to express it. I've met with 3 lawyers previous and what she offered was the most comprehensive and, well, empowering, which is always so important for women.