Alexandra Forsyth-Sells

In 2021, Alexandra Forsyth-Sells brought her expertise in Family Law to Mills & Mills LLP, offering a comprehensive range of services from handling separations and divorces to navigating the complexities of custody and support issues. Her proficiency in family law is broad, covering critical areas like property division, the intricacies of marriage contracts, and the formulation of cohabitation and separation agreements. Alexandra's approach to family disputes is notable for her emphasis on alternative resolution methods, such as negotiation and mediation, alongside her adept representation in various levels of the Ontario courts.

Her legal education was completed at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Law, enriched by an international exchange at Universite Paris 1 – Pantheon Sorbonne through a collaboration with Cornell University Law School. Alexandra's commitment to mentorship was evident during her law school years, particularly through her active participation in the Women’s Legal Mentorship Program, guiding new students through their initial legal journey.

Before her legal studies, Alexandra pursued and excelled in Political Science and Women’s Studies at Brock University, achieving her undergraduate and master's degrees with first-class standing. Her academic pursuits also led her to Seneca College in Toronto, where she earned a post-graduate certificate in Multi-Platform Journalism, gaining skills across television, radio, and digital journalism.

Fluency in French enhances Alexandra's ability to serve a broader client base, offering both oral and intermediate written legal services in French. Her dedication to family law is further demonstrated by her recent completion of The Osgoode Certificate in Family Law Skills and Practice, a program designed by leading figures in the field to refine the practice of family law.

Since being called to the bar in 2015, Alexandra has been a member of the Law Society of Ontario, underscoring her commitment to the legal profession and her dedication to providing informed, compassionate legal advice to families in transition.