Office Phone |
416-314-8000 |
Fax |
416-314-8050 |
Website |
www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/ocl/ |
Primary Executive |
Marion Jacko, Children's Lawyer for Ontario |
Areas Served |
Ontario |
Located In Community |
Toronto Downtown Central |
Address & Map |
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Intersection |
University Ave and Dundas St W |
Description (Service) |
Personal Rights -- legal representation of children under the Courts of Justice Act in custody/access matters under the Divorce Act and Children's Law Reform Act * legal representation of children and minor parents under the Child and Family Services Act, in child protection proceedings and Consent to Adoption matters * preparation of reports to the court under the Courts of Justice Act in custody/access applications
Property Rights -- represents the child's interest in estate or trust matters * provides civil legal representation for the child when there is no one willing and able to do so |
Hours |
Mon-Fri 8:45 am-5 pm |
Eligibility |
Children under 18 years in need of protective legal services in relation to personal and property rights * must be in court system already |
Application |
Court referrals only |
Languages |
English ; French |
Physical Access |
Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * braille and lowered elevator buttons * designated parking in lot, close to entrance |
Legal Status |
(30) Provincial Government |
Service Categories |
Domestic/Family Violence Legal Services ~ Youth ; Guardians ad Litem ~ Youth ; Legal Representation ~ Youth |