resolution. finally

"I believe in the family."


"I want to see families thrive. And as much as I understand that every family has conflict, I also understand that for some families, that conflict can be untenable. When conflict seems to become irreconcilable, it’s so important to know that you have options." This sentiment from Marlene Shiner is core to her approach to working with families.

At Marlene Shiner Family Law & Mediation, we've created a safe, nimble, experienced boutique legal firm as an advisory to families going through conflict. If it's time to talk to a family law professional to explore how to preserve what’s right for you and your family, consider talking to Marlene.

Marlene has been in practice for over 20 years. In that time, she's brought a principle-driven approach to working directly with clients. As an experienced divorce lawyer and mediator, Marlene understands what you're going through. Like you, she always considers how what you're going through will impact your children. You have all the power to determine how the experience of divorce will work for your children, for yourselves — and for your whole family.

You have the power to reach a resolution, finally and Marlene can work with you to help you reach it.

To discuss your unique situation, contact Marlene today: 647.262.4557

A Boutique, Nimble Legal Partner

Because Marlene Shiner Family Law (MSFL) is a nimble legal advisory, MSFL can take on many of the kind of client relationships that some larger firms can't. Whether because these firms do not specialize in this arena or because they are not structured to take on every client, Marlene's extensive expertise in divorce resolution allows those firms to seamlessly align with a savvy, trusted legal partner.

This alignment allows MSFL to naturally complement firms with slightly different core competencies: estate, trust, corporate law, criminal or otherwise. Marlene can also take on cases from other attorneys who trust her to give their clients the individualized attention they need. Marlene can take on all kinds of clients, regardless of net worth, to ensure they get the kind of personal interaction with one lawyer who sees their case through from start to finish.

Because Marlene offers a sliding scale (depending on the income of the clients and their overall financial situation), it can be a win-win to refer cases to Marlene. She truly understands the costs of divorce and works with her clients to resolve the divorce with strict attention to all the details of their clients’ lives including their financial lives.

Gina Gualtiere
Gina Gualtiere
2021-11-19
Marlene was a valuable asset to my wife and I during the process of second parent adoption. Even through the pandemic Marlene remained available and knowledgeable to us and the process could not have been smoother. We will absolutely retain her for family counsel moving forward.
OSCAR FLOREZ
OSCAR FLOREZ
2021-11-06
My attorney Marlene Shiner was great! She is one of the best attorneys in family court matters. In this difficult time I had, she was calm and professional. She was always responsive and available to answer questions throughout the entire process. She explained everything and helped me to get the result I was hoping for. I would highly recommend her.
Wendy Kincaid
Wendy Kincaid
2021-10-09
Marlene is a compassionate, knowledgeable attorney who has been instrumental in helping me achieve my goals during a tough situation.
Tashia Anderson
Tashia Anderson
2021-10-07
Marlene goes above and beyond for me. She value’s all of my cases as like if their her only ones. She’s very professional and honest and cares about every one of my cases. I appreciate all that she’s doing for me. ~ TLG ~
mike carey
mike carey
2021-10-07
Marlene always makes time to get back to me. Going through this process can be very worrying but Marlene takes her time to answer all my questions and put those worries to rest.
Brenna Ivey
Brenna Ivey
2021-10-07
Marlene is everything you would want in a lawyer or really any professional: empathetic, committed, and capable. Working with her makes a very difficult time much easier. She approaches problems thoughtfully and compassionately.
Nate Abzug
Nate Abzug
2021-10-07
Ms. Shiner helped make a very turbulent time in my life a lot easier. Ms. Shiner is logical, compassionate and very dedicated to her clients. She was a real calming and reassuring presence during the divorce process. I would highly recommend Ms. Shiner to anyone who finds themselves in need of her services.
Elizabeth Pasquariello
Elizabeth Pasquariello
2021-10-07
I reached out to Ms Shiner during the beginning of covid 2020 for advice on the next steps for myself and my children. She was the 1st and only lawyer I spoke with that took the time to listen and actually hear me. The other 3 lawyers I had spoken with immediately talked #'s, $$.. Didn't want to know anything about my situation. Marlene made me feel like the decision I was making was exactly what I was supposed to be doing. Unfortunately Covid has had other plans for us and the process has taken longer than anyone had expected but Marlene and her team have been nothing but professional and helpful this entire time.
Brenden Rheaume
Brenden Rheaume
2021-10-07
Marlene has been a fantastic mediator. She is knowledgeable, kind, patient, and affordable. She has helped a tremendous amount with making a difficult process so much smoother.
George George
George George
2021-10-07
I was fortunate to have Marlene do some legal work for me as she was so considerate, personable and very efficient the work was done in a timely manner. I would highly recommend her,she is one of the best legal counselors I have ever worked with.

Currently only accepting Mediation Clients. Give a call to discuss your unique needs.