Inkster Law

Andy Inkster


When you need a reasonable approach, and compassionate guidance in difficult circumstances, I'll be there.
Andy Inkster, MA, JD
I provide accessible, understandable legal services for clients across Ontario, in several areas:

  • Separation & Divorce: Representation in both amicable separation and divorce, and high-conflict parenting issues, including litigation.

  • Legal guidance on everyday issues to Ontario's LGBTQ communities, and potential immigrants to Canada who hope to settle in Ontario.

  • Legal guidance to parents, families, and those who support teenagers and adults with significant disabilities, including representation in guardianship proceedings, where necessary.

  • Human Rights: Representation for applicants before the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario.

  • Immigration to Canada, with a focus on LGTBQ newcomers from the US, including spousal sponsorship, and humanitarian and compassionate applications.
New Client Intake
Family Law - Separation and Divorce

  • Family Law Mediation and Negotiation

    I am available to assist with out-of-court matters across Ontario. 

  • Litigation - in court and urgent matters

    I am available for family law matters in court in York Region (Newmarket), Toronto, Milton, and Simcoe County (Barrie).  Other matters are possible, but on a case-by-case basis.

    High conflict parenting requires a strong approach.

    The best way through a high-conflict parenting matter is to take a reasonable approach from the outset. I will help you get there.
Family Law Planning

  • Plan Ahead

    The best way to avoid complications later, is to plan for your family.

    If you are building your family by adding children, or moving in with a partner, or getting married - let me help you plan it out.

  • Protect  your Assets

    Cohabitation Agreements & Marriage Contracts

    Are you moving in with your partner?

    Are you marrying?

    Marriage and cohabitation can have numerous legal implications; book a consultation, and we can look at what you need to know before you marry.

    If you need a marriage contract or cohabitation agreement to protect your assets, I can help you negotiate that.

    Multi-partner Families

    Your family may not be protected by existing legislation; we can work together to identify issues that may affect you, and help you make a plan.
FErtility Law & Surrogacy

  • Build Your Family

    Fertility Law

    Sperm, egg, and embryo donation, surrogacy, and adoption - including stepparent and second-parent adoption.

    My expertise in this area of law comes from deep involvement in LGBTQ parenting communities, and direct advocacy efforts within our communities
Human Rights

  • Protect your Rights

    I represent Applicants before the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario.

     I can help you draft your application, represent you at mediation, or work on an early resolution to your matter.
Immigration and Family considerations

  • Immigration Services

    Spousal sponsorships often overlaps with complex family law matters, including marriage contracts, adoptions, and fertility law considerations.

    Early guidance for Americans considering immigration to Canada and Canadians considering sponsoring their American spouses, common law partners, and conjugal partners, particularly those from LGBTQ communities.  
Long-Term Planning for SPecial Needs Parents

  • Protect your child

    Guardianship?

    As a special needs parent, you have questions as your child heads into adulthood.

    Let's talk about answers.

    Please remember that guardianship is a last resort; wherever possible, I will help you find another way forward.

    Wills & Estate Planning

    Coming soon - not yet available.

    Detailed guidance for parents who are establishing a Henson Trust for their loved one, including important guidance for the trustees in administration of the trust over the long term.

    Henson Trustees and family

    If you are a Henson trustee and you do not know what comes next, please get in touch.

    You need a plan, let's set it up together.
Inkster Law

When you need a reasonable approach, and compassionate guidance in difficult circumstances, I'll be there.
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