Our experienced family law lawyers have a long and enviable track record of success. That record has been earned through hard work, experience, dedication and determination. Stoner & Wodhams’ lawyers work hard to ensure you receive optimal service and expertise as cost-effectively as possible. We are enthusiastic advocates for our clients’ rights, achieving the best possible outcomes efficiently and effectively.
Ann Stoner
Patrick Wodhams
Scott Wodhams
Specializing in family law allows us to thoroughly understand the often complex and evolving issues related to all aspects of family law matters. That includes divorce, separation, custody, access, support, adoptions, child protection, division of assets and other property matters.
Every effort is made to settle your matter outside of court, and to avoid lengthy and costly court proceedings. However, that is not always possible in family law. Should litigation be necessary we are experienced, determined courtroom lawyers who will defend your rights with vigour and do everything possible to ensure you receive a fair and comprehensive settlement as quickly as possible.
Ann Stoner is the founding lawyer at Stoner Wodhams Family Law Corporation, with a primarily Litigation/Alternative Dispute Resolution-based practice. She has an Honours B.A. in English and History from the University of Western Ontario, a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Queen’s University, and is a graduate of the University of Toronto Law School. Ann works with younger lawyers on her files to help defray the high legal costs in family matters and provide young lawyers with valuable expertise under her close supervision.
Ann has completed the Family Mediation & Arbitration Programs through Riverdale Mediation in Toronto. She is a past Director and current member of The Advocates’ Society, and often participates as an instructor for their Skills and Training Programs. Ann regularly served as a Dispute Resolution Officer in the Milton and Hamilton Superior Courts for ten years. She has also served on the Board of Directors of the Halton County Law Association. Ann has appeared frequently in Provincial and Superior Courts in Halton, Hamilton, Peel, Niagara, and Toronto, including participating in trials, motions and conferences. She is a member of the Canadian Bar Association of British Columbia and the Vancouver Bar Association.
Patrick Wodhams is a lawyer at Stoner Wodhams Family Law Corporation. Patrick received his Juris Doctor from the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law, where he graduated magna cum laude and appeared on the Dean’s Honour List. After graduating, he served as a judicial clerk at the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Toronto region. Patrick also worked for six years in corporate and commercial litigation at leading business and securities law firms both in Toronto and Vancouver. He has extensive experience in high-stakes litigation and arbitration, including in particular cases that involve disputes arising from closely-held corporations and family businesses. Patrick has appeared before the British Columbia Supreme Court, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Ontario Court of Appeal, and the Saskatchewan Court of King’s Bench.
While in law school, Patrick competed in the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot, where he received an award for oral and written argument. He continues to coach moot participants, including by acting as a practice judge. Patrick is a member of The Advocates’ Society, the Canadian Bar Association of British Columbia, and the Vancouver Bar Association.
Patrick is a sport and outdoors enthusiast. He has taken part in several marathons, and local running and biking events.
Scott Wodhams is a lawyer at Stoner Wodhams Family Law Corporation. Scott received his Juris Doctor from the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. He worked at Stoner & Company prior to attending law school and in his first summer of law school, and returned to the firm after completing his articles at a highly-ranked commercial and securities litigation boutique in Toronto. Scott brings a professional, solution-focused approach that recognizes the need to be cost-effective without sacrificing quality. Scott regularly appears in both the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice where he has consistently achieved favourable outcomes for his clients.
Scott was heavily involved in the University of Toronto Faculty of Law’s mooting program while in law school as both a coach and participant. He was also involved with David Asper Centre for Constitutional Rights and Downtown Legal Services and played on the law school’s hockey team. Prior to law school, Scott received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University, where he was significantly involved with the tech start-up community. Scott has taken numerous courses in accounting, financial valuations and securities, including the Canadian Securities Course in 2015. He is a member of The Advocates’ Society, the Canadian Bar Association of British Columbia, and the Vancouver Bar Association.
In his free time, Scott is an avid cyclist and runner, and participates in various long distance endurance events including Ironman triathlons, marathons, and gran fondos.
Our offices in Burlington and Oakville are open and we are continuing to work normal business hours. In order to limit the spread of COVID-19 our lawyers and staff are available for meetings with current clients and initial consultations via email, telephone, and video conference. In person meetings can be arranged however we encourage virtual meetings at this time. Contact 905.632.8607 or Reception@stonerlawvanco.wpenginepowered.com.
