Family Law Service Providers (FLSPs) in Ontario
Affordable, court-approved professionals who prepare, file, and manage family court documents—without the cost of a lawyer.
A FLSP is a licensed paralegal authorized by the LSO to assist with specific family law matters. FLSPs provide professional legal support within a defined scope — ensuring your matter is handled properly, efficiently, and in compliance with Ontario law.
Our licensed paralegals who are also FLSPs assist with uncontested divorces, child support changes and enforcement, legal name changes, and domestic contract registration. We explain your options in plain language and handle the legal paperwork so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
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What Can an FLSP Help You With?
As FLSPs, we are authorized to assist with:
- Joint and uncontested divorce applications
- Child support changes and enforcement-related matters
- Legal name change applications
- Filing domestic contracts (separation agreements, etc.)
- Enforcement motions involving support
You’ll receive the same level of care and attention as you would with a traditional law firm — but without the overwhelming legal fees.
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Services FLSPs Cannot Provide
FLSPs cannot represent clients in
complex family law cases involving:
- Property division or spousal support (in most cases)
- Cases with contested parenting time or decision-making
- High-conflict or high-asset separations
We are fully transparent about what we can and cannot do — and will always refer you seek assistance from a family lawyer when needed.
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Ontario’s Qualified FLSPs — Trained, Tested & Licensed by the LSO
At Cordaie Paralegal Services, your case is handled by Ontario’s FLSPs — professionals licensed by the Law Society of Ontario.
Becoming an FLSP is no small feat. Each provider must complete:
- Fanshawe College’s LSO-approved FLSP Program — the only accredited training program in Ontario
- Advanced family-law coursework covering divorces, domestic contracts, support, parenting issues, court procedures and more
- A mandatory, hands-on family-law internship, working directly with real clients, lawyers, and court staff
This is specialized training designed exclusively for family law — not general paralegal education, and not something most legal professionals have.
HOW IT WORKS
Start with a Free, Confidential Consultation
Beginning any family law process can feel overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why we start every file with a free, confidential consultation designed to give you clarity, direction, and peace of mind.
During this first conversation, our experienced, LSO-authorized FLSPs take the time to fully understand your situation, answer your questions, and explain your legal options in simple, straightforward language. No pressure. No confusion. No legal jargon — just clear, honest guidance.
You’ll finish the consultation knowing exactly where you stand, what your next steps are, and how the process works — whether you’re dealing with a separation, support issue, domestic contract, divorce filing, enforcement matter, or a legal name change.
From there, our streamlined, step-by-step system ensures your documents are prepared correctly, your filings are handled professionally, and your matter progresses smoothly and efficiently — so you can move forward with confidence, support, and certainty.
Free, Confidential Consultation
Your journey begins with a supportive, no-obligation consultation. We take the time to understand your situation, answer your questions, and explain your legal options clearly — whether you’re dealing with child support, domestic contracts, divorce filings, or name changes. You’ll leave Step 1 knowing exactly what comes next.
Complete Document Preparation & Filing
Once you’re ready to proceed, our LSO-authorized FLSPs prepare all required documents accurately and strategically. We handle drafting, reviewing, organizing, and filing — ensuring every detail meets Ontario’s legal standards. No courthouse visits, no guesswork, no costly mistakes.
Ongoing Support Until Resolution
We stay by your side through the entire process. Whether it’s communicating with the courts, the FRO, or the other party, managing deadlines, or guiding you through hearings or next steps, we make sure you’re never left in the dark. You get clear updates, proactive guidance, and dedicated representation until your matter is resolved.
Why Clients Choose Our FLSPs
When it comes to family court paperwork, clients want support that is faster, simpler, and more affordable—without risking errors or delays.
Clients hire our FLSPs because we provide:
- Ontario court-compliant filing you can trust
- Accurate, organized document preparation that helps prevent costly rejections
- Fast processing and clear next steps, so you’re never left guessing
- Secure, confidential handling of your personal agreements and court forms
- Affordable support without expensive legal retainers
- Professional guidance in plain language, not confusing legal jargon
You deserve confidence, clarity, and protection—without the lawyer price tag.
Our FLSPs take care of the details, manage the filing, and help you move forward with peace of mind.
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Ontario-Wide Family Legal Services
Whether you’re in Toronto, Ottawa, Mississauga, Hamilton, or any community across Ontario, our licensed paralegals, FLSPs deliver clear, step-by-step guidance for a wide range of family law matters — all fully online and accessible province-wide.
Our services are designed to remove confusion and stress from the legal process. You never need to visit a courthouse or struggle through complicated forms alone. We handle everything remotely, including preparing your documents, explaining procedures in plain language, communicating with the court when required, and ensuring your matter is managed correctly from start to finish.
Whether you're dealing with child support, decision-making and parenting time, enforcing a domestic contract, responding to a family law application, or simply seeking clarity about your rights, we make the process easier, faster, and more manageable. From your first question to final resolution, our certified FLSPs are here to support you — anywhere in Ontario.
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Got Questions?
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Choosing the right support for your Ontario Family Court paperwork should feel simple and stress-free. FLSPs offer an affordable, LSO authorized alternative for document preparation and filing assistance—but it’s important to understand exactly how we can help you.
Here, we answer the most common questions clients ask about what FLSPs do, how the process works, eligibility, pricing, and limitations, so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and no surprises.
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1. What is an FLSP?
An FLSP is a legal professional licensed by the LSO to provide family law services, including document preparation, settlement assistance, and representation in certain family court processes.
2. Are FLSPs the same as paralegals?
No. FLSPs are a distinct, newly created license with additional family-law-specific training, education, and competency requirements beyond a paralegal licence.
In short, there are licensed paralegals who are not authorized FLSPs.
At the time of this writing, there were nearly 12,000 licensed paralegals in Ontario. However, out of those licensed paralegals, only 67 are LSO authorized FLSPs.
3. What family law matters can an FLSP help with?
FLSPs can assist with:
- Child support applications & variations
- Spousal support variations
- Parenting time/contact issues (in specific circumstances)
- Domestic contract preparation ®gistration
- Name change processes
- Uncontested divorce filings
- Child support enforcement assistance with FRO
- Court form preparation & filings
- Negotiation and settlement support
4. Can an FLSP represent me in court?
Yes — FLSPs can represent clients in certain family law proceedings, including simple support matters, procedural hearings, and settlement conferences.
⚠️Important: They cannot appear on complex issues like property division.
5. How are FLSPs trained?
FLSPs complete an intensive, specialized family law program (e.g., through Fanshawe College), followed by a mandatory supervised internship and competency assessments before being licensed by the LSO.
6. Are FLSPs qualified to prepare family court documents?
Absolutely. FLSPs are trained specifically in drafting, reviewing, and filing Ontario family court forms, financial statements, motions, applications, agreements, and other required documents.
7. Is an FLSP more affordable than a lawyer?
Yes.
FLSPs provide legal services at significantly lower cost than traditional family lawyers — making us a highly accessible option without sacrificing quality or expertise for eligible family matters.
8. When should I choose an FLSP instead of a lawyer?
An FLSP is ideal for:
- Support issues (child or spousal)
- Enforcing or registering agreements
- Domestic contracts
- Simple parenting matters
- Uncontested divorces
- Name changes
- Document preparation and guidance
⚠️Important: If your case involves property division or complex litigation, you may need a family lawyer — and we’ll tell you upfront if that’s the case.
9. How do I know if an FLSP is authorized?
All FLSPs must be an LSO licensed paralegal who is an authorized FLSP.
⚠️Important: You can search their name in the LSO authorized FLSP directory to confirm by clicking here.
Our founding licensed paralegal, Damian Cordaie and licensed paralegal, Siobhan Rocks, were both amongst the first 39 FLSPs in Ontario.
You can find them listed individually in the directory under 8/6/2025 authorization date.
10. Why choose your firm’s FLSPs?
Because your case will be handled by two of the first 39 FLSPs ever licensed in Ontario, trained in the inaugural Fanshawe College program and backed by real experience, proven results, and client-centred service.
