Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers

93 reviews

9707 102 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5K 2T4, Canada

dsfamilylaw.ca

+17804232643

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Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers is a Family law attorney located at 9707 102 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5K 2T4, Canada. It has received 93 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 stars.

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Monday8:30AM-4:30PM
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday8:30AM-4:30PM
Friday8:30AM-4:30PM
Saturday8:30AM-4:30PM
Sunday8:30AM-4:30PM

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  • The address of Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers: 9707 102 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5K 2T4, Canada

  • Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers has 4.8 stars from 93 reviews

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  • "I went thru a ugly divorce for 9 years ,3 different lawyers and ridiculous amount of money with TC family law"

    "I first met Mark in 2012 when I separated and started, what I had thought would be a fairly straight-forward, divorce proceeding"

    "I had the unfortunate experience of having Sean as my "Lawyer""

    "My experience started off so amazing"

    "Graeme Kluge and his assistant Kyla Baker were excellent to work with"

Reviews

  • Jotika Prasad

I went thru a ugly divorce for 9 years ,3 different lawyers and ridiculous amount of money with TC family law. Which only ended in disappointment which caused me to almost give up until I met Graeme Kluge. I am a single mom with 2 young girls so I had a lot riding on this divorce. I always tried to retain female lawyers thinking they will understand me better, and will be able to relate to my situation. After three female lawyers, and absolutely no progress, I retained Graeme. Surprisingly enough, he understood how important my girls custody was to me and was able to relate to my situation, professionally and personally. > Graeme’s assistant, Kyla Baker was also very help thru out my case. She kept me post with all updates, always made sure my paperwork were in order and always kept very efficient communication. I was dealing with a very difficult one-of-a-kind ex Husband and nine years of misleading and incomplete information in my file. Graeme sat with me and asked me what were my priorities in this case as I told him, my first priority is custody of my girls, child support, property settlement , then divorce. Upon understanding my priorities, Graeme started tackling them one by one. I’m not an expert in law or in legal terminology. Graeme and Kyla both helped me through this and made me understand step-by-step the laws and terminology. They both showed an enormous amount of patience and understanding towards me, which made me feel like I actually had a say in my case and understood everything step-by-step as it was happening. Graeme knew how nervous I would get before court dates therefore he would hold a pre session to get me ready for court so that I don’t break down in front of the judge, so that I can stand strong and voice my opinion without being scared. > My ex-husband always got the best of me because he knew how scared I was of losing the girls and he took full advantage of that. Through Graeme and Kyla the knowledge and support I received I became less scared, I became a boulder person who was able to clearly voice my opinion and fight for the rights of my kids. Graeme and Kyla were not just my legal team,they also became my friends. They always prioritized and dealt with my case with respect which gave me even more confidence. God knows how many times I have broken down and cried, and they were always there to lift my spirit. They not just kept my emotions in check, they also worked my case in the most cost efficient manner. I went through nine years of hell with no light at the end of the tunnel, but Graeme and Kyla change that for me in less than two years.I was finally done,truly done. And I’m glad to say I cross the line, a winning mother, and a strong independent woman. Graeme Kluge and Kyla Baker raise an amazing family of their own therefore, they understood how important my family is. I always felt like I was in safe hands with my emotions, finances, and above all with my kids.They are a team who simply do nice things for nice people.

  • Lorin Schultz

I first met Mark in 2012 when I separated and started, what I had thought would be a fairly straight-forward, divorce proceeding. Nothing could be further from the truth. It took four years during which time we faced three different lawyers on opposing counsel, had three separate court appearances each with a different Justice, a Family Practice Note 8 assessment and, finally, a Judicial Dispute Resolution. This was a challenging, frustrating and, frankly, exhausting process but Mark stood by my side the entire time, never wavering in his support nor commitment. Knowing and understanding the book-side of the law is a mandatory requirement for every lawyer. Interpreting those laws for your unique circumstances then applying it to your advantage, all the while explaining it to a layperson in clearly understood terms, are skills that come not from a book nor a school but from within the person practicing the law. They are skills of the individual, not the profession. You may not always get what you want to hear from Mark but he will always, always tell you what you need to hear. A lawyer will give you advice. A good lawyer will give you advice that you can trust. A great lawyer will make you trust them not only as a lawyer but, more importantly, as a person. Mark Demas is a great lawyer.

  • C

I had the unfortunate experience of having Sean as my "Lawyer". I did most of the leg work myself and he just signed papers and argued with me non stop. Everything i said was wrong and whatever my ex wife said he agreed with 100% and argued for! I ended up settling to pay 60k above the required support federal guidelines due mostly to Sean's incompetence. He also told my wife's ex lawyer everything we spoke about breaking ethical rules governing his license which i disliked. I cannot afford to see my children anymore as they live out of province thanks to Sean's work. When it came time for a settlement i had to argue my own "lawyer" off an extremely high number which i never owed to begin with. I'd recommend staying away from this firm and Sean. I took this case to 3 other lawyers near the end and they all said Sean made a lot of mistakes and you're in a bad position thanks to him. He wouldn't even walk down the court house steps with me so that tells you how lazy he is. He also forgot key pieces of evidence during this entire process because he never listened to me ever and was only concerned with settling with any number to get it over with. I cannot say enough negative things about this "lawyer" and his gross incompetence.

  • Ryley b

My experience started off so amazing. Was very pleased with everything I was learning. I enjoyed chats with my lawyer and felt like she really cared. As my separation went on, my lawyers time value was increased, and it was clear my case wasn't valuable anymore. I am waiting on 1 single form that after many many back and forths, still isn't correct. Makes me feel like the first person to ever get separated. Because clearly this paperwork has never been done before by anyone in this office. This one form has cost me months of time to finish my separation. I work long shifts and can be hard to reach for a few days, so while I may be hard ish to communicate with, that isn't an excuse for spending months on the same form. They officially dismissed me as a client with no notice before finishing the one form correctly. I assume over a bill worth $160 that I haven't yet covered. Because they haven't finished my settlement due to their own form. Why would I pay a bill for work that is only happening because of their own inability to do paperwork. While my anger makes me want to post a 1 start review over how this ended, the beginning was worth 5. If they just finished the work, it would be 5.

  • Rachelle Saindon

Graeme Kluge and his assistant Kyla Baker were excellent to work with. They are very professional and understanding. I never felt like my case or myself were not a main priority even though they have many cases. They were efficient and completed everything in a timely manor. I always felt they listened, and guided me in the right direction, and it ended with a success. I am thankful to Graeme for all his hard work and the outcome in the end. I have used lawyers previously and found them shrugging me off and or not returning calls and dragging things out. This was never the case working with Graeme, he always answered questions and returned calls and emails in a timely manor. I definitely would recommend to use Graeme for your future lawyer, like I said it was amazing working with him and he gets the job done! Thank you so much Graeme and Kyla, I appreciate all you have done for me!

  • Donna Dien

Going through a marriage dissolution is difficult enough (emotionally, mentally, socially) so the less painful the actual mediation process the better it is for one's well-being. Having Mark as our mediator made the agonizing process so much more tolerable. He was professional yet personable. He was serious but also understanding. He was also very patient as he explained each step of the way, making sure we understood what was happening. He was on holidays with his family but he still took the time to answer his emails (even though he said he wouldn't ;). I don't wish for anyone to go through the divorce process but if they do, I highly recommend Mark Demas to be their legal support system. He is honest and will tell you upfront what is in your best interest, not his, but yours. Thank you, Mark and team, for making my separation process easier to deal with and adjust to.

  • Dmitry Baranov

I had Sean Schaefer as my lawyer in a messy divorce. At the end I got more than I expected and a ton of good advice. I really liked how Sean explained from the beginning that I should not think about what I want to win but rather what I'm willing to lose, because divorce is a lose-lose situation no matter what. Sean worked with me to devise a strategy that would work for me (based on my personality). He tried hard to avoid court appearance because they are costly. When the other party insisted on court and refused to negotiate, Sean fought hard. Even the judge noted that his arguments were good, to the point, and covered many angles, so there is no room for misinterpretation. Communication was clear and timely. I was never left in the dark for too long and never had to prepare tons of documents over night. I was always given advance notice of what I needed to do.

  • Deanna Deveau

Let me just say that Graeme Kluge is the best lawyer I've ever worked with. He represented me in a family matter and his professionalism and responsive communication are second to none. We don't know what we don't know when dealing with the law, so when I first met Graeme, I immediately felt confident I'd made the right choice in hiring him. Graeme is extremely knowledgeable and knows how to respectfully coach clients through their legal matters. He really listens to what is important to his clients, provides his expert recommendations, and ensures clients are well informed of all options and potential outcomes. The compassion he demonstrated while keeping me focused on process and relevant facts made me feel that I was not just a file, but a person. I highly recommend Graeme, and will turn to him for all other matters I may experience in the future.

  • Jennifer Philcox

Sean and Tayna were so amazing and made the process of my husband adopting my daughter so easy and stress-free. We were not an easy case as we had no contact with my daughters bio-father and I was scared it would be a long horrible process like my divorce was (with another lawyer it took 5 years). I wish we would have known before how easy the process was as we would have done it so long ago. It was nice to have a team that kept in contact with you every step of the way and explained everything in a way our family could understand. All and all the process of adoption, name and birth certificate change took less than 6 months and was no work for us. For anyone who hasn't taken this step because it seems too hard, complicated or expensive its really not and it is such an amazing feeling to have our family unified as one on paper.

  • Lee Kinasewich

I unfortunately went through a contentious divorce back in 2013 and had hired a different lawyer from the beginning, who dropped the ball in more ways than I can being to explain. I was referred to Mark from a friend who said he was excellent. My friend was bang on the money, as Mark agreed to take my file. Mark was honest, responsive, extremely detailed and hiring him was one of the BEST decision I've ever made. Mark put a ton of effort into my file, and without going into too much detail, after two long years we had a very successful outcome. If I hadn't hired him, I am 100% positive the outcome today wouldn't have been so favorable. If you want a lawyer who explains things in Lehman's terms and who provides honest and straightforward advice; while protecting your best interests, I would recommend him to anyone!

  • Caleb Richardson

I went through a very nasty divorce some years back, and decided to go with Sean Schaefer. It was the best decision I could have ever made. Sean helped me get through a very hard time, and I always felt like he had the best interests of not only myself, but my child as well. He was not afraid to give me hard-to-hear information when I needed to hear it. He was so much more than fair with me in regards to my financial situation at times, and never made me feel less important during those times. He helped me to get my rights established, to maintain an amazing relationship with my daughter through everything, and fought very hard to prevent me from being blindsided. If you are heading towards a divorce, or are in the middle of one, I cannot stress enough how much I recommend Sean Schaefer.

  • Dean Holben

Jaskiran Bajwa’s name was highly recommended to me when I was looking at retaining a lawyer. Jaskiran proved to be top notch as she led me through a 3-year divorce being at my side every step of the way. Jaskiran was extremely knowledgeable and responded quickly to my concerns with the answers and made it seamless getting me through this stressful time. When I was losing all hope, Jaskiran was able to snap me out of it with a good laugh and would tell me it was her job to get me though the divorce which she did. I am moving forward with my life on a very positive note thanks to Jaskiran knowing I was represented professionally and personally. I highly recommend Jaskiran and the team from Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers.

  • Tom Richardson

I have just concluded a 2 year divorce process with Emily Gore as my retainer. She was thorough, honest and empathetic from start to finish. In the end, the settlement was fair (which is best case) and predominantly civil. Emily also taught me how to protect myself both legally and financially moving forward, so I don't repeat the mistakes of the past. Divorce is a hard pill to swallow when you finally make the decision in your head and start down the path. A good lawyer like Emily can make the process less daunting, allow you to continue with your life, and ensure that documents, communication, and actions are being managed on both sides. I highly recommend Emily, and will absolutely refer friends and family to her.

  • Diane Weening-Arsenault

Sean and Tanya from Demas Schaefer are without a doubt 2 of the most professional yet lad back people I know. We never felt like just another number to them. They made us feel like we were old friends. Always making sure to reach out to us and communicate at every step of they way. Adoption is not something that is unknown to them, it is something they specialize in. After filling in our initial paper work and answering all of the questions that needed to be answered they took care of absolutely everything. It was completely stress free from beginning to end, because of them our family is finally complete. We couldn't be any happier that we chose them to be our people. We are forever grateful to the both of you !

  • Pat Keays

I am so happy I found these remarkable people in regards to the adoption of my daughter. After meeting with several lawyers, and being told they had never heard of or been approached for an adoption of a dependent adult, Sean and Tanya did not turn me away. They took the time to know the situation and gave me some hope by actually filing the application. They kept me informed every step of the way and even though it may have taken some extra work and steps, in the end it was well worth it as the adoption was granted on September 11, 2023. I cannot thank Sean and Tanya enough and they will never know how they have made us the family we have wanted to be for years. This is truly an AMAZING firm!! Pat Keays

  • Jamie Lee

Sean is the BEST family lawyer you’ll find. What ended up being a 3 and a half year battle with my ex, as a new mom, I was scared sick going into the whole process. I spent months researching and interviewing different lawyers for my case and after meeting with Sean, I was more than confident to have him represent me. He’s not going to sugar coat things for you or give you false hope but he will do everything he can to get you the best results. He’s honest, professional and genuinely a really good guy. I can finally move on with my life knowing that Sean helped me get the best outcome. I have recommended him to numerous people and will continue to do so. Thanks again Sean!

  • Jamm Minkie

Sean did an amazing job for me and got me out me of a tough situation quick and relieved me of a tonne of stress. I was trying to go to court and deal with the opposing lawyer myself but had no clue what I was doing. I was supposed to be examined, was being dealt papers with different court dates, and with other daily life responsibilities was becoming a mess. I had one visit with Sean for an hour face to face to show him what was going on and a couple days later he had a solution he emailed to me which looked good and I agreed. It was sent off to the other lawyer and just like that things were resolved. Couldn't of asked for more. Thanks again!

  • Nicole Monea

Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers completely exceeded our expectations. Sean & Tanya went above and beyond for us in an adoption process that we did not think could even happen due to its complexity and numerous lawyers for years telling us it was unattainable. As clients, the process was basically effortless. They were so helpful, kind and professional. Tanya always kept us informed and answered all our questions promptly. To put into words the gratitude for this adoption is unequivocally the best day of our lives and we will be endlessly grateful. I strongly recommend using Sean and his team at Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers.

  • Sharon Swyrd

I found Mark Demas to be very professional, he is knowledgeable and is always available to explain and advise, without being pushy. Whenever I spoke with him, I felt at ease, even during difficult negotiations. He always had my back and my trust. He's a no nonsense lawyer, he knows the law and doesn't waste your time and is concerned with keeping your costs at a minimum. I felt I was listened to and my needs and interests were met. Divorce is very difficult, I was left feeling stronger through the support I received and very happy with the decisions made. I would highly recommend Mark Demas and his team.

  • Faaiza Ramji

It's never fun seeking legal counsel, but Graeme at Demas Schaefer made it as frictionless as possible. What I really appreciated about Graeme is that he took the time to explain everything to me in a way that felt objective, clear, and fair. He gave me plenty of opportunity to ask questions, clarify things I didn't understand, and to review different scenarios and how that could change my outcome. Graeme is respectful, empathetic, and extremely knowledgeable. He doesn't ignore the emotion behind a situation, but definitely helps see past it for the best possible outcome.

  • Jaroslaw Nowinka

I have a lot of respect for Sean Schaefer, which I gained over several years of my separation-and-divorce proceedings completed under his guidance. Throughout my case, I have observed that Sean uses his solid knowledge of family law and extensive court practice, to tell his clients what they NEED to know - which sometimes may not be the same as what they WANT to hear – and then provides the most suitable legal advice on that basis. I have been satisfied with Sean’s handling of my case, and fair charging for his services. I can sincerely recommend Sean as a family lawyer.

  • Elaine Ellis

I had a parenting matter that I needed resolving. It was my second EICC with the other parent since other party wasn’t really cooperative with the first one. I seeked help from Demas Schaefer family law and they passed me to Emily Gore to help deal with my matter. Ms. Gore was very helpful, supportive and crystal clear about everything that I had questions about. She was also able to go above and beyond with some of the requests that I needed passed to the other party. I recommend Demas Shaeffer Family Law to anyone who is under going family matters! Thank you EMILY!

  • Cathy Johnston

Sean has been my lawyer though my 6+ year divorce. He has been tenacious, respectful & honest throughout this process. He was successful in his quest during questioning and a week long trial to get a settlement that exceeded my expectations. Being my 1 lawyer while my spouse went through 5 was frustrating but Sean was diligent to move this forward. He protected my interests by freezing assets and getting funds throughout the process. Through the years he has become a friend and I trusted his judgment completely. I would recommend him to my friends and family.

  • Randi

Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers exceeded my expectations! Peter was professional, knowledgeable, and supportive, he helped me fully understand my options and made sure I was comfortable in my decision to move forward with an employment situation recently. As a single mom you worry about being taken advantage of, but Peter has always put my best interests first. The first matter Peter supported me with was my divorce 10 years ago, He has always made me feel safe and confident in any legal matters. Definitely goes above and beyond.

  • Chris

Graeme Kluge became my lawyer part way through a child support situation in 2020 since my initial lawyer went on maternity leave. At first we struggled but we worked through things together. He listened to what my needs and concerns were and took them into consideration when advising me. Mr Kluge was a straight shooter and always looked out for my best interest. I have worked with 3 lawyers over the past 11 years of my divorce and Mr Kluge is who I would choose again if required. Thanks Graeme for standing in my corner!

  • Tara McQueen

Mark has been our family lawyer for custody and child support for seven years, in that time we have had to visit court for numerous different reason. He has always been kind, professional, understanding and give us realistic expectations of the outcomes. Mark has always kept us up to date on progress and is easy to reach. We have been extremely fortunate to have him help us through some trying times in shared parenting. We could not possibly rave enough about Mark and his talent for helping his clients and their family.

  • Bill Fraser

Mark and his team were excellent through the whole divorce process. He had insights that I was completely unaware of and his expertise led to a very agreeable outcome for all involved. I came to Mark based on a referral from a trusted source and it was one of the best decisions that I've made. Mark is knowledgeable, prompt in his replies and thorough in his examination of the situation from every vantage point. I would highly reccommend Mark to anyone looking for help with a matter pertaining to family law.

  • Ilaria Martini

I reached out to Sean after another lawyer's poor communication skills had derailed the negotiation process for a separation agreement and divorce. Sean was able to get the communication with opposing council going again and help us reach an agreement. Sean and Tanya's communication skills are excellent and he always told me what I needed to hear in order for to move the case forward towards what is best for me and the divorce. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of a family lawyer.

  • Steve Ward

Had the pleasure of having Jaskiran Bajwa represent me with the help of her assistant McKayle Murphy. After going through 4 other lawyers with sub-par performance, I am pleased to recommend Jaskiran to anybody in need of legal representation. She was very choice and clear in her wording, so no misinterpretation would have happened. Very professional and followed up on everything with no questions unanswered. Her guidance on handling situations was very helpful. Very impressed and thank you.

  • Alicia Lewis

I cannot recommend Sean highly enough. Sean navigated me through a very difficult divorce with an extremely hostile and uncooperative ex. Sean gave me hope when it seemed a resolution and settlement were impossible. Now I have my freedom and my life back, and I’m able to focus on a happy future for myself and my children all thanks to Sean and his incredible assistant Tanya. If you need the best in family law don’t hesitate to reach out to Sean and his team at Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers

  • Jolene Curtiss

Sean and Tanya went above and beyond with my divorce . Sean was open and honest thru out the entire process. And was able to support my every need. He is very easy to talk to, very knowledgeable and down to earth . I would recommend him time and time again to anybody. Tanya was also at my finger tips . She was prompt and supportive and on the ball with everything that was needed . And I think overall this team is who you want on your side in the journey of divorce ! Thanks again !

  • Jay Curtiss

Sean and Tanya get things done!! Sean is straightforward and honest while being incredibly respectful, Tanya is so helpful and efficient. From the moment I began working with them I trusted them completely. I never felt pressured, and they were always there to answer my questions. Navigating through a challenging situation, it saved me so much stress always knowing what was going on and getting straightforward, honest answers when I needed them. I can't recommend them enough!!!

  • Carolyn Lennon

My family and I had a great experience working with Sean Schaefer to complete our private adoption. Sean was always available to answer our questions and concerns, and helped to make sure the legal process of our adoption proceeded with minimal stress. I highly recommend Sean for any legal services due to his professionalism, his ability to problem solve and trouble shoot unexpected situations as they arise. Thanks to the support of Sean and his team or family is now complete.

  • Camelia Varga

Sean have been representing me for many years in very hard time and situations, and I couldn't be more then happy with his results , he never guaranteed me but ALWAYS brought me good results,succes in every process and especially today he changed my life. Big THANKS for everything he has done for me and I recommend you all for his great service and professionalism. And not last his assistant Tanya is amazing and very devoted . Big thank you for her as well. Great team.

  • Trinity Johnson

I contacted Sean Schaefer for my divorce and needed a separation agreement completed on very short notice. He went above and beyond to make sure that this was completed promptly, accurately and that I knew all my rights. He was very knowledgeable and meticulous in his work. Sean had compassion and understanding of my situation. He made a time in my life that was stressful, a lot easier and stress free for me. I highly recommend Sean!

  • Robyn Frizzell

Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers is highly recommended. We had already been through the process with another lawyer and were struggling with finalizing an adoption. Tanya went way above our expectations. Sean gave advice that we didn't consider or think was obtainable at this time, and everything was processed with our adoption quickly. Time management and cost well exceeded our expectations. Highly highly highly recommended.

  • Max Larocque

I can not speak highly enough about my experience with Graeme. I have only ever worked with one lawyer prior to working with Graeme and my experiences were polar opposites. His communication was quick and concise, he made things very understandable for me in laymans terms so I thoroughly understood every aspect of what was happening when it was happening. I would highly recommend Graeme to anyone seeking legal support!

  • Kimberlee Matwie

I was very nervous about putting a adoption application in . I called Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers over a year ago. They have always been kind and had all the answers that I needed. When they did not they would always find the answers out and get right back to me. They really know what they are doing. I would recommend this law firm to anyone ! 5 stars all the way across the board. Thank you for completing my family !

  • Tariq Singh

Currently dealing with Jaskiran bajwa " So far she's extremely immature, inexperienced, unprofessional, random outburst of laughter in court, doesn't take her job or profession seriously at all. if seeking her as counsel (DON'T) She's NOT recommended seek more professional counsel elsewhere. She's a junior lawyer as previously mentioned my other reviewers. "She needs more training in her profession"

  • Ben Shih

Sean and his team helped me through a very difficult amd lengthy divorce process. While I didn't agree with his approach at times, I listened to his counsel and I ended up with the exact outcome that he said we would. He was there to guide me to a result versus enabling my negative thoughts and racking up billable hours. Highly highly recommend his approach and leveraging his experience.

  • Cris Turley

I am 100% satisfied with Mark and his team on multiple family files over the last few years. Experienced, extremely knowledgeable, fair rates and worth every penny. I would highly recommend Mark and his team for anyone with conflicts in family law to ensure a most cost effective and efficient, collaborative agreement in the best interests of everyone involved. Thank you Mark!

  • Leah M

perhaps the thing that impressed me most about lawyer Graeme K was nothing was "sugar coated". He was very straight forward and told me what to expect each and every step during my child custody and child support cases. He kept me informed what the options were and same as the risks, Graeme is an excellent lawyer who goes above and beyond, do not hesitate to call him.

  • Danielle Clarke

Had a great experience with Jaskiran! She was absolutely amazing with my parenting dispute. And I would recommend her to everyone. She was easy to communicate with and had me well prepared for the process. If I ever have any other concerns or issues arise I will be quick to call her and will definitely be giving her info to anyone I know that has a need for a lawyer.

  • Mars Man

Mark is an amazing lawyer.  His bill was reasonable, he was kind, knowledgeable, straight to the point and got me the result I needed.  His assistant Sue was fantastic.   She would always take time to explain things in a way that I can understand, listen to me when I was upset and talk me down when I was angry.  This is the lawyer I would refer my best friend to!

  • Lisa Rombough

We had an amazing experience dealing with Demas Schaefer for the adoption of our daughter. We mainly dealt with Tanya and she was a pleasure to deal with. She was extremely organized, guided us every step of the way, and was personable and empathetic. We felt extremely comfortable dealing with them, and had no issues along the way. Would highly recommend!!

  • A. Boutin

Both Sean and Mark are fantastic people and have become family lawyers for the right reasons - they want to help people. They have a unique complementary skill set that makes their firm stand out above the rest. They give free consultations and I'd highly recommend sitting down with them for a few minutes if you are dealing with challenges in your family.

  • Sharleen Guillemette

My son Jordan has been working with Demas Schaefer for about a year now. He has been so impressed with the speed at which things have been accomplished for him and his family. Things get done efficiently and as promised, even in the midst of the current pandemic! Our lives have been changed in a miraculous way! Don't hesitate to call this company!!!

  • Jaclyn Kshyk

My ex-husband had already pulled out of mediation and an attempt at collaborative law when I followed a recommendation to meet with Sean Schaefer. Sean was straightforward, efficient, and good-humored, all of which not only got the job done (assets divided and divorce papers in hand) but helped ease anxiety and give hope for a new chapter in life.

  • Yvonne Brown

Sean and Tanya are absolutely fantastic! They explained everything to us every step of the way, always communicating with us even if it was just to say there was no news! As far as lawyers go I think they have to be one of the best! I would reccomend to anyone! We can not thank them enough, and in the end they got us our adoption like we wanted!

  • Jessie Lebert

Jaskiran and her team are deserving of 10 stars. They were professional and timely in all of my legal matters and handled it with such a personal touch. Jaskiran is extremely knowledgeable, thorough and her attention to detail goes above and beyond. I would highly recommend jaskiran as a representative if you are dealing with legal matters.

  • Victoria L

After my 1st lawyer really botched things up I went 'shopping' for a new lawyer. I was astonished just after the consultation. The amount of sound information, affirmation, clarity, and direction Mark Demas was able to provide was excellent. He thinks and talks quick and direct and that might not be for everyone but it is awesome for me.

  • Michael Weber

Sean and Tanya did an excellent job on my adoption. Very professional and on top of their game as they knew exactly what we needed to get the job done. This process from inquiry to finish was under six months (taking into account the waiting for registry documents to come in the mail). They kept us in the loop on every step of the way.

  • Sherry Olson

Sean and Tanya have been exceptional to work with. Our adoption journey was met with COVID and new staff so it was a learning curve for all of us. They were kind and dealt with the unusual circumstances I had as well as with another issue regarding visitation. I would highly recommend them and this law firm. 10 out of 10.

  • Ron Sutherland

Sean’s ability to listen, act and stay clear minded is second to none. He is a critical thinker but has a great sense of humour. He is organized and professional. I’ve personally referred clients his way and he has taken great care of them. I would recommend Sean to anyone who needs a family lawyer.

  • Jacqueline Brennan

A 3 year divorce has finally finished. After 2 previous lawyers, Sean helped me get through this long process with the least amount of stress possible. He was easy to talk to, understanding, and to the point. I would highly recommend Sean Schaefer if you’re looking for a great lawyer!

  • Preston Blake

I can't thank Sean and Tanya enough for helping get through my lingering legal matters. They were professional, detailed and communication was excellent throughout the entire process. My only regret is not reaching out them them sooner . Thank you Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers.

  • Gaelynn Wall

My experience with Jaskiran Bajwa was very positive. She was calm and professional through out the process. Everything fell into place as she said it would. The information and advice I received was accurate and on point. I would be very confident to go to her in the future.

  • Michael Welk

Graeme and Kyle are excellent Ang very knowledgeable professionals. Not only did they guide me but they also educated me through the entire process. I have recommended their services to several people and will continue to. Thank you so much Graeme and Kyla!

  • Kris Gagnon

Absolutely incredible service. From start to finish they stayed in contact, and more than that, showed that they were genuinely excited for us! Cost was extremely reasonable too. I will always highly recommend Sean and Tanya for any adoption. Thanks y’all!

  • Courtney Chalifoux

HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend! I have retained Sean’s services a few times now and have had nothing but a pleasant experience with him and also with Tanya, his assistant. They’re helped our family more than words would ever do justice. Thank you Sean and Tanya!

  • Eric Christian

Sean and team were extremely professional in dealing with sensitive matters. They offered cost effective solutions and were always readily available when needed. I strongly recommend using Demas Schaefer Family Lawyers if you find yourself on this path.

  • Casey Morland

Just has the worst experience. Their female receptionist hung up on me. Wouldn't take my calls back. She was rude and terribly unprofessional. If you are looking for a law office with people who care AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS.

  • Andy Smith

Sean was my personal lawyer for my family issues a couple years ago. He was not only did what was best for me but what was best for my kids. This team made the best of a tough situation and helped get through this difficult time.

  • Serena Bryan

I worked with Jaskiran and she was always very professional and responsive. Always provided different perceptions when needed and made sure the best interest of my son was top priority! Would highly recommend! Thanks Jaskiran!

  • Corina Walker

I felt like I got the best service possible for the best price with Jaskiran Bajwa. As a junior lawyer, she was less expensive yet she had the benefit of conversations with the senior lawyers so I always got excellent counsel.

  • Luke Schubert

5 stars. I have nothing but great things to say about Demas Schaefer and how they handled a fragile and volatile situation involving my now adopted daughter! Thank you Sean, Tanya, and Jaskiran for helping me keep her safe.

  • Kevin Leon-Tang

Had a great experience working with Emily Gore at Demas Schaefar! She was responsive, knowledgeable, and answered all my question clearly to ensure I understood everything. I would definitely recommend working with Emily!

  • Aaron Vanderhoek

Sean is very professional, knowledgeable and doesnt mess around. Very fair with billing and went above and beyond to make my case happen in good time. 100 percent have and will continue to recommend him to my friends.

  • LORI HUNTER

I highly recommend Demas Schaefer Family Law Their customer service and understanding is amazing! Mark , Sue and the team , walked me through the whole process of divorce. I am truly grateful. Much respect LH

  • Adam Hutlet

Sean is a stand up guy who will do the right thing for you, no matter your situation. He cares about providing his clients quality advice and doing right by them. I have no hesitancy referring people his way.

  • Joanne Anderson

Family issues present a unique challenge. When emotions run high, Sean Schaefer is the calm, professional lawyer who can help navigate the conflict. I recommend Demas Schaefer for your family's legal needs.

  • Emily Alcanzare

Sean is very knowledgeable, straightforward and easy to talk to. He is customer focused and is always available to give a helpful advice. I'm very comfortable referring and entrusting my clients to him.

  • Kristen Shelleby

Jaskiran has been amazing for us to work with. She is extremely knowledgeable, professional and timely. We found her guidance to be top notch through complex and lengthy dealings. Highly recommend!

  • Brandon Simms

Jaskiran Bajwa was a life saver. Helped me get the time with my son I have now and it wasn’t just a money racket like other law firms. Would recommend Demad Schaefer law to anyone.

  • Matt P

Mark Demas Spoke with me for a while on the phone and it’s quite obvious that he really knows family law. He’s a senior lawyer here at the farm. I found him to be very helpful.

  • Noam D

Had a great experience with Sean he’s very professional, knowledgeable, fair price for an excellent service! Any legal problems you may have that’s the place to go. Thank you !

  • Jason Duchesne

There were a few complex issues that needed to be dealt with during my divorce, and Mark was instrumental in the favorable outcome in everything. I would highly recommend Mark.

  • B Fedun

Great, knowledgeable group of lawyers and paralegals. I would 100% recommend using this as your firm when in need!!! Jaskiran made everything simple and smooth.

  • S

A Sean is a fantastic lawyer if you want to waste money at every opportunity and create deep and painful rifts. There is nothing amicable about the process.

  • James Genyn

Very happy with the services I received with Graeme Kluge. He was informative and knowledgeable and made the issues I needed dealt with his priority.

  • Reign Kennedy

Very pleased with my overall experience. The team is friendly and easy to work with. Definitely will recommend them to anyone needing a good lawyer.

  • Lonnie Ruecker

Excellent, prompt and thoughtful handling of my legal needs!! Well done and I would highly recommend Emily Gore and the firm Demas Schaefer!!!

  • Falynn Bilyk

Sean is knowledgeable and effective. He understood the details, gave solid advice, and efficiently resolved my legal matter. Highly recommend.

  • Shauna Jakubec

They made our adoption process very easy and stress free . Tanya took the time to explain everything and answer any questions that we had .

  • Darlene Jones

Very professional team. Great experience for us it was fast, good quality and thanks to Jaskarin for always being available.

  • Dave Besuyen

Sean was always upfront, honest, and consistently exceeded my expectations. Definitely someone you can trust and count on.

  • Todd Bish

Found Mark and his team to be very responsive and understand the details to produce the maximal outcome. Well done team.

  • Freyalost

Tanya made the adoption process clear and easy. With quick responses for any questions we had.

  • Shannon Dietrich

Sean was fantastic to work with, he handled my file with compassion and humour.

  • Melissa Crowder

Extremely professional, easy to work with.

  • Kieley Beaudry
  • Sean Russell
  • courtney schumaker

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