Dayana Romero
Qualified Mediator
- Registered Psychotherapist
- Qualified Mediator · ADRIO / ADRIC
- 17+ years across conflict resolution and mediation
- Sessions in English and Spanish
Hamilton · Ancaster · Virtual Across Ontario
Prenuptial Agreements in Toronto & Ontario
Walk into your wedding with one less question on your mind.
A Qualified Mediator guides the conversation and drafts the agreement. Both of you stay on the same team.
"The most honest financial conversation of our relationship." That is how most couples describe the process.
Qualified Mediator (ADRIO / ADRIC)
Two Ontario offices · Hamilton and Ancaster
Free 30-minute consultation
Free Consultation
Start your Prenuptial Agreement.
Tell us where you are in the process. We'll reply within 24 hours to schedule a free 30-minute call.
Typical timeline
Lawyer-only: 8 to 16 weeksMediation: 4 to 8 weeks
Typical cost
Lawyer-only: two firms billing hourlyMediation: flat fee, quoted after consult
Who decides
Lawyer-only: two firms negotiate the termsMediation: you and your partner do
Serving Toronto, the GTA, and Ontario-wide by secure virtual session. In-person at Hamilton and Ancaster.
Our Team
A mediation team that brings both legal insight and an understanding of human dynamics to every case.
While most practices offer one or the other, we ensure each conversation is handled with care and every agreement is shaped with a clear understanding of its intended outcome.
Moira Wallace
Qualified Mediator
- Corporate Lawyer
- Qualified Mediator · ADRIO / ADRIC
- Notary Public · Commissioner of Oaths
- 29+ years drafting and reviewing agreements
Robin Dhaliwal
Qualified Mediator
- Registered Psychotherapist
- Qualified Mediator · ADRIO / ADRIC
- English, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu
- Trained in high-conflict de-escalation
This is for couples who:
It is a smart move, not a worried one.
Most couples who reach out recognize themselves in one or more of these.
Are bringing a business, property, or inheritance into the marriage.
Are blending families and want the kids' futures locked in.
Want one clear conversation now instead of years of guessing later.
Have a wealth gap and want both partners to feel respected.
Want the agreement signed early so it holds up later.
Want the conversation handled with care, not handed to two lawyers.
Worried it'll feel transactional or kill the romance. The way it's drafted matters. We handle the emotional side too, not just the paperwork.
If any of those landed, talk to a mediator before you sign anything.
The first call is free, private, and 30 minutes. No commitment. We will tell you honestly whether mediation fits your situation.
How It Works
A clear path from first call to signed agreement.
01
Free 30-minute consultation
Private and virtual. We listen, you ask questions, and we tell you honestly whether mediation is the right path for your situation. No obligation.
02
Confidential intake with each party
We meet separately with each partner so we understand the full picture before anyone sits at the same table. This is where most cases save weeks.
03
Joint mediation, written agreement
Typically two to three sessions. Each side has space to be heard. The final agreement is drafted and reviewed with one of our Qualified Mediators.
A Real Ontario Practice
You are not booking a faceless online service.
We are a working mediation practice with offices in Hamilton and Ancaster. Most consultations happen virtually for convenience, but you can sit down with us in person any time during the file. The reception above is where most files begin.
- Two physical Ontario offices, not a virtual address.
- Regulated by ADRIO and ADRIC. Real Ontario credentials.
- Every agreement reviewed by a Qualified Mediator before signing.
Mediation vs Lawyer-Only
Why more Ontario couples are choosing mediator-led drafting.
Most Ontario couples have two ways to put this agreement in place: each side hires their own lawyer and the firms negotiate, or you sit with a neutral Qualified Mediator together. Here is how the two approaches typically compare.
| Lawyer-Only Prenup (typical) | Step Mediated Prenup (typical) | |
|---|---|---|
| Timeline | 8 to 16 weeks (firms negotiating) | 4 to 8 weeks |
| Cost | Two separate law firms negotiating | One flat fee,* quoted clearly after your free consultation. |
| Privacy | Confidential between firms | Fully confidential |
| Who decides | Lawyers negotiate the terms | You and your partner |
| Tone | Two firms drafting against each other | Shared mediator, both partners on the same team |
Outcomes and timelines vary by case. Mediation is not legal advice. Independent Legal Advice (ILA) from your own lawyer is required for each party before signing in Ontario. Mediation sessions are confidential except for statutory exceptions.
More Ontario couples are mediating Prenups instead of running them through two firms. Yours can too.
Get a free 30-minute consultation. Walk away with a clear, honest read on whether mediation fits your situation, with no obligation.
Honest Note
When mediation is not the right next step.
We do not take every file. Mediation is not appropriate when there is active abuse, untreated addiction, an active restraining order, or when either party is not safe in the same conversation. If any of that fits your situation, tell us on the first call. We will say so directly and point you to the right resource. Honesty on our end before money changes hands.
Common Questions
You probably want to know.
Is what we agree on legally binding?
The mediation produces a Marriage Contract (Prenuptial Agreement) drafted by one of our Qualified Mediators. Each party reviews it with their own Independent Legal Advice (ILA) before signing. Marriage Contracts in Ontario are domestic contracts under section 52 of the Family Law Act; once properly executed it is enforceable as a domestic contract.
What if my spouse won't agree to mediate?
This is one of the most common questions and one we handle for you. One of our Qualified Mediators can reach out to your partner directly with a private, neutral invitation with their permission. Many partners agree once they hear from a neutral mediator rather than from the other spouse. We cannot predict how your partner will respond, but the neutral approach changes the dynamic for many people. The first call is also free for both of you.
How private is mediation?
Mediation in Ontario is confidential. Sessions, notes, and discussions are not part of the public record and cannot be used as evidence in court. The only statutory exceptions are situations involving child safety, elder abuse, or imminent threats of harm. We explain this in plain language at your first call.
Do I still need my own lawyer?
It is highly recommended that each party have their own Independent Legal Advice (ILA) from their own lawyer before signing. That is a separate step from mediation. Our Qualified Mediators draft and review the agreement internally for completeness and consistency, which reduces the back-and-forth at the ILA stage.
What does it cost?
The first 30-minute consultation is free. After that, mediation is quoted on a flat fee rate. Most Prenuptial Agreement files run two to three sessions, though outcomes and timelines vary. Mediation fees are separate from Independent Legal Advice, which each party arranges through their own lawyer.
Is a Prenuptial Agreement a romance-killer?
Done well, no. A Prenup is a way for both people to walk into marriage with a clear, agreed map of what happens to assets and obligations, including the ones that don't exist yet. Most couples we work with describe the process as the most honest financial conversation of their relationship. Our Qualified Mediators pay close attention to the emotional side, not just the paperwork.
What can a Prenuptial Agreement cover in Ontario?
Property brought into the marriage, future property, business interests, inheritance, spousal support waivers, debts, and how to handle the matrimonial home. It cannot decide child custody or child support because those stay subject to the child's best interests under Ontario law.
How long before the wedding should we sign?
Ideally three to six months. The further from the wedding, the harder it is for either party to later claim duress. Most Prenuptial Agreement files complete in 4 to 8 weeks from intake to signed agreement. We can move faster if your wedding date demands it.
How long until we have a signed agreement?
Most Prenuptial Agreement files complete in 4 to 8 weeks from intake to signed agreement, including Independent Legal Advice. We can move faster if your wedding date demands it, though every file is different.
Book your free 30-minute consultation.
On the phone or virtual. We'll listen, ask a few questions, and tell you honestly whether mediation is the right next step. No obligation.