68/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 223 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Divorce And Family Lawyers in St. Thomas, ON: 2026 rankings
36 divorce and family lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in St. Thomas: Notary On the Go, LFR Score 68/100; 4.8★ from 223 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 11
Open 24 hours (per Google): IQBAL LAW - Family Lawyer, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #11 of 36.
- 23
Most-reviewed: Lerners LLP, 192 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 36 ranked after Notary On the Go; ranked #23.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
36 St. Thomas divorce and family lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 7 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 36 rated law firms.
Top 10 divorce and family lawyers in St. Thomas at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Notary On the Go | 68 | 4.8★ (223) | London, 25 km away | Sat · Sun | Top score |
| 2 | Rebecca Coyne - Divorce & Family Lawyer | 62 | 4.8★ (24) | St. Thomas | — | — |
| 3 | Elizabeth S. Goldenberg Law Office | 61 | 4.7★ (74) | London, 24 km away | — | — |
| 4 | Family Law Group | 61 | 4.5★ (126) | London, 28 km away | — | — |
| 5 | Drake Law | 61 | 4.6★ (74) | London, 25 km away | — | — |
| 6 | Murtuza Rizvi Law Professional Corporation | 60 | 5.0★ (6) | St. Thomas | Sat | — |
| 7 | Gianotti Family Law | 60 | 4.9★ (100) | London, 24 km away | — | — |
| 8 | Pentz David Law Office | 60 | 4.3★ (12) | St. Thomas | — | — |
| 9 | Theberge Law Professional Corporation | 57 | 5.0★ (4) | London, 24 km away | — | — |
| 10 | Family Law Office of Isaac Paonessa | 56 | 5.0★ (10) | London, 24 km away | — | — |
All 36 divorce and family lawyers in St. Thomas, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Based in St. Thomas
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 24 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 74 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 28 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 126 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#5 Drake Law
Based in London, 25 km away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 74 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in St. Thomas
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 24 km away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 100 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in St. Thomas
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 24 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in London, 24 km away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 20 km away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 24 km away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 72 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 22 km away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 20 km away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 22 km away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 2.8★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 26 km away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 58 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 24 km away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 24 km away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#19 MO'S LAW OFFICE
Based in London, 24 km away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 69 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 24 km away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 115 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in London, 30 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#22 Lazar Law Firm
Based in London, 24 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 77 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#23 Lerners LLP
Based in London, 24 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 192 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#24 Simpson Coyne
Based in St. Thomas
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#25 Siskinds LLP
Based in London, 24 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 163 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
All 36 divorce and family lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #36, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Family Law | 50 | 3.9★ (28) | 24 km |
| 27 | Arshia Law Firm | 50 | 5.0★ (4) | In St. Thomas |
| 28 | Hennessey & Hogan | 50 | 4.1★ (13) | In St. Thomas |
| 29 | Mike Nyhof Family Law | 50 | 4.6★ (10) | 24 km |
| 30 | Allen Skuce Barrister & Solctr | 50 | 4.0★ (13) | In St. Thomas |
| 31 | Thomas A. Bates - Bates Law | 50 | 4.5★ (35) | 20 km |
| 32 | Refcio & Associates | 49 | 3.7★ (128) | 24 km |
| 33 | Hassan Law | 49 | 4.3★ (39) | 24 km |
| 34 | Cohen Highley LLP | 48 | 3.6★ (98) | 24 km |
| 35 | Sandeep Masih Law office | 47 | 5.0★ (3) | 26 km |
| 36 | Cudmore Law Office | 45 | 5.0★ (4) | 24 km |
Also serving St. Thomas
20 more divorce and family lawyers within 40 km that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adrian Willsher, Barrister and Solicitor | 5.0★ (5) | In St. Thomas |
| Barapp Law Firm | 5.0★ (22) | In St. Thomas |
| Bevan L Earhart, Criminal Law Offices | 5.0★ (5) | In St. Thomas |
| Bowsher + Bowsher | 4.5★ (67) | In St. Thomas |
| Brightling & Watson Lawyers Professional Corporation | 4.7★ (51) | In St. Thomas |
| Crown Attorney | 2.0★ (2) | In St. Thomas |
| Ferguson DiMeo Law | 4.7★ (60) | In St. Thomas |
| Fordham Monty | 5.0★ (8) | In St. Thomas |
| Greg S. Parrack | 4.3★ (6) | In St. Thomas |
| Gunn & Associates LLP | 4.3★ (19) | In St. Thomas |
| Harrison Pensa LLP | 4.3★ (6) | In St. Thomas |
| Jerome A. Collins - Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public | 3.8★ (13) | In St. Thomas |
| John Horn Law | 4.6★ (52) | In St. Thomas |
| Keli D. Mersereau Criminal Law Office | 4.5★ (24) | In St. Thomas |
| King Karen M | 3.6★ (8) | In St. Thomas |
| Mervin L. Riddell Law Office | 1.0★ (2) | In St. Thomas |
| Orkin Katherine E | 4.5★ (10) | In St. Thomas |
| Rebecca Fox Law | 4.1★ (15) | In St. Thomas |
| Stafford Associates Criminal Law Office | 5.0★ (5) | In St. Thomas |
| Vaughan Hilary J | 4.5★ (23) | In St. Thomas |
How we ranked St. Thomas divorce and family lawyers
We scored 36 St. Thomas divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In St. Thomas data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a divorce and family lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many divorce and family law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask how the firm bills phone calls and emails, and how often you will get an itemised bill.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a divorce and family lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- How much is the retainer, and what happens when it runs out?
- Do you offer mediation or collaborative divorce?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Divorce and family lawyers in St. Thomas: frequently asked questions
Which divorce and family lawyer has the highest LFR Score in St. Thomas?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked divorce and family lawyer in St. Thomas, ON is Notary On the Go with an LFR Score of 68/100. It has 4.8★ from 223 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Rebecca Coyne - Divorce & Family Lawyer (#2) and Elizabeth S. Goldenberg Law Office (#3) follow. We ranked 36 divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many divorce and family lawyers are there in St. Thomas?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 36 divorce and family lawyers serving St. Thomas, ON. 7 of them are based in St. Thomas; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 km are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which divorce and family lawyers in St. Thomas are open 24/7?
1 ranked divorce and family lawyer in St. Thomas posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is IQBAL LAW - Family Lawyer (#11). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which divorce and family lawyers in St. Thomas work on weekends?
7 of 36 ranked divorce and family lawyers post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Notary On the Go (#1), Murtuza Rizvi Law Professional Corporation (#6) and IQBAL LAW - Family Lawyer (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do St. Thomas divorce and family lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 36 rated divorce and family lawyers in St. Thomas is 4.6★, with a median of 40 reviews. Notary On the Go has the most, 223 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank divorce and family lawyers?
Each divorce and family lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do divorce and family lawyers outside St. Thomas count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 km of the St. Thomas city centre, our service radius for divorce and family lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can divorce and family lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do divorce and family lawyers in St. Thomas, ON charge?
Family lawyers usually bill by the hour against an upfront retainer; some offer fixed fees for uncontested or limited-scope work. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?
Not always: divorce is granted under the federal Divorce Act, and courts accept joint applications. A lawyer can still review the agreement on property, support and parenting before you sign it. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of divorce and family lawyers in St. Thomas, ON ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in St. Thomas?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your province (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some province). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for St. Thomas
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 36 divorce and family lawyers serving St. Thomas.
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