Virginia Workman – St. Catharines, ON

Compassionate Family Law and Mediation Services

Resolving family disputes requires a delicate balance of legal knowledge and emotional intelligence. Virginia Workman is a highly respected lawyer and mediator in St. Catharines with over 30 years of experience helping families navigate the difficulties of separation and divorce. Operating from her office on Church Street, Virginia is dedicated to finding constructive solutions that prioritize the well-being of all parties, especially children. As a specialist in Divorce and Family Law, she advocates for settlement-focused approaches such as Mediation and Collaborative Law, which allow families to resolve their issues outside of the adversarial court system. However, when litigation is necessary, she provides strong and effective representation. If you are looking to find a lawyer who values dignity and fairness, Virginia Workman offers the seasoned guidance you need during life’s most challenging transitions.

Mediation and Collaborative Practice

Virginia Workman is a leader in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). As an accredited mediator, she acts as a neutral third party to help separating couples reach mutually beneficial agreements regarding child custody, support, and property division. This approach is often faster, less expensive, and less stressful than traditional litigation. She is also a strong proponent of the Collaborative Process, where both parties and their lawyers commit to resolving issues without going to court. Her practice covers all aspects of Child Custody and Child Support, ensuring that parenting arrangements are practical and sustainable. For clients who prefer or require a traditional legal route, she drafts robust separation agreements and manages divorce proceedings with professionalism and care.

• Family Mediation and Arbitration services.
• Collaborative Family Law and negotiation.
• Separation agreements and divorce litigation.
• Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Estate administration.

Wills and Estate Planning

Beyond family law, Virginia Workman provides essential services as a Wills and Estate Lawyer. She assists individuals in planning for the future by drafting clear Last Wills and Testaments and Powers of Attorney for property and personal care. She also guides executors through the Probate process, helping to administer estates efficiently and in accordance with the law. Her holistic approach ensures that her clients’ legal needs are met at every stage of life. Located in downtown St. Catharines, her office is a welcoming space for confidential discussions. Whether you need to book a lawyer to update your will or a mediator to facilitate a separation, Virginia Workman brings decades of wisdom and empathy to her practice.