William Francis

Lawyer

Bio

It has been very rewarding to focus my practice on family law since being called to the bar in 2016. I strive to help clients understand their options and the considerations relevant to their family law matters. I am sensitive to the personalized nature of family law and recognize that each case requires a unique approach.

I utilize my experience regarding child & spousal support, complex property & equalization matters, parenting schedule & decision-making issues, domestic contracts, settlement agreements, and in other family law areas to help clients navigate their distinct issues. Providing quality legal services to Stanchieri Family Law clients is both fulfilling and rewarding.

As part of the Stanchieri Family Law team, I benefit from working with colleagues who also practice solely in family law. Before joining the firm, I practiced family law at a national firm and a smaller regional firm, where I received strong legal mentorship. My background in accounting also helps me address the financial complexities often involved in family law.

I have always had a passion for legal advocacy and community service. As a child, my grandparents founded a soup kitchen, which instilled in me a deep appreciation for community support and the rewarding nature of helping people through difficult times.

I completed my undergraduate studies at Western University, earning an Honors Business Administration degree and an accounting diploma from the Ivey Business School. After graduation, I worked in accounting for media entertainment companies and then at a large international forensic accounting firm, where I contributed to expert quantification reports for litigation and insurance matters. This experience entrenched my desire to work in the legal field. I later returned to Western University to earn my law degree. I discovered that family law offers a unique personal service component that aligns with my passion for advocacy and my background in accounting. Since then, I have focused my career on family law, providing services to clients in a wide range of matters, both in and out of court.

Outside of work, I enjoy exercising, spending time with family and friends, networking, and broadening my horizons. I have a keen interest in sports, community, government, media, entertainment, and business.

credentials

Expertise
  • Legal Experience 9 Years
  • Specialty Complex Financials
Education
  • Western University, J.D. Law Degree
  • Western University, Hon. B.A. Degree
Associations
  • Toronto Lawyers Association Member
  • Law Society of Ontario Member
Reviews
Highly Recommend

I have nothing but positive things to say about William Francis, he was helpful and professional and he made me feel confident in my counsel. To say my matter was complicated is an understatement, William stepped in part way into my matter and navigated the chaos with ease. He helped me get a better outcome than I expected for my family and I can't thank him and his team enough for everything that they did for my family, we are forever thankful that we found William. I highly recommend him and the Stanchieri team to anyone looking for family lawyers!

//Google Reviews

Great Lawyer

AMAZING - William is the MAN! Thank you William for being a great lawyer in the face of a completely Narcissistic ex husband. The divorce was 6 years running with motions and everything you can imagine being done by the x until we met William. William cut through it like a hot knife through butter - job done!!!! Thank you Stanchieri law.

//Google Reviews

Meet the Others

Julie Stanchieri

Partner

23 Years Experience

Kerri Parslow

Managing Partner

20 Years Experience

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