“A fierce, conscientious, and result-driven advocate, dedicated to vigorously protecting clients’ legal rights and interests, in complex family law disputes.”

Afnan Arshad

Associate Lawyer

Phone

855-544-5222

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Credentials

Education

Osgoode Hall Law School
University of Kent
University of Toronto

Degrees

Called to the Bar of Ontario (2022)
Master of Laws (2020)
Bachelor of Laws (2019)
Master of Teaching (2017)
Honours Bachelor of Arts (2014)

Memberships

Law Society of Ontario
Ontario Bar Association
Halton County Law Association
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Ontario Chapter)

Volunteer Experience

Muslim Advisory Council of Canada
Brave Beginnings

Languages Spoken

Hindi
Urdu

Afnan Arshad is a strong and fearless advocate with experience in all areas of family law, including high conflict parenting disputes, and all financial matters arising from a separation including, support matters, income determination issues, division of property, and domestic contracts (cohabitation, marriage and separation agreements). Afnan seeks to provide her clients with practical, and cost-effective solutions to emotionally challenging problems, with compassion. She is skilled at reaching negotiated settlements and creative resolutions for her clients.

Afnan regularly appears at the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice in Ontario.

Afnan attended the University of Toronto where she obtained her (Hons.) Bachelor’s degree and Master of Teaching. She completed her law degree from the University of Kent, and Master of Laws from Osgoode Hall Law School. While in law school, Afnan participated in various negotiation and moot competitions, and actively volunteered with Pro Bono Students Canada Family Law Project.

Afnan practiced exclusively in the area of family law since her call to the Bar in Ontario in 2022. Before joining Stephen Durbin and Associates, Afnan worked at a prominent boutique law firm in Oakville.

In her personal time, she enjoys fitness, training in kickboxing, and healthy living initiatives.

Afnan joined our team in 2024.

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What our clients say

really appreciate all the hard work

Stephen and his team helped my parents settle their divorce ammicably after 20 years of separation! I am glad I didn’t have to mediate or take sides – really appreciate all the hard work that was put into my family’s situation and that we can all put it behind us.

Noah

THIS CHANGED MY LIFE

I contacted Stephen some time ago with a problem I was having with my business. My landlord wanted to buy me out of my lease. Business was pretty bad anyway so I was almost willing to take a very small amount that he offered $68,000 (all numbers expressed here are in current value dollar amounts). Stephen told me to leave it in his hands and see what he could do. Little by little he negotiated with the landlord, bringing him up first to $360,000, then to $540,000, then to finally about $810,000! I was shocked that this was the result. But he clearly must know what he’s doing. This changed my life for the better and gave me another chance. I’m very thankful. Read more

Exceptional Professionalism

I have the honor to express my deepest admiration for the work and exceptional professionalism of Stephen Durbin. He is not only a brilliant lawyer but also a person of impeccable reputation, remarkable intelligence, and a rare sense of justice.
Stephen Durbin embodies the qualities that distinguish true masters of their profession: outstanding competence, strategic thinking, impeccable tact, and genuine respect for every individual. His approach to every case is thoughtful, precise, and rooted in a profound understanding of the law. He has a remarkable ability to identify the essence of even the most complex legal situations, make balanced decisions, and defend his position with dignity and strength. Thanks to his professionalism and dedication, many people have received not only legal protection but also restored confidence in justice.
Stephen Durbin is a lawyer you can trust without hesitation. His name has become a symbol of reliability, intelligence, and the highest standards of legal excellence.

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Mariusz Cnota

What a difference

What a difference an experienced lawyer does make. With Stephen, It was a legal experience, but it was also therapeutic in some ways because he seemed to know exactly what I was going through and his confidence gave me confidence through the process. Can’t thank him enough. It’s great to move on.

George

My go-to lawyer

Stephen is my go-to lawyer during difficult times. His knowledge, wisdom, and expertise is simply unparalleled. He puts you right at ease and knows exactly how to handle any situation. Thank you for all your help.

Nancy