Partner / Family lawyer
A. Julia P. Tremain
416-745-4974
julia@phillipsbarristers.ca
Julia’s practice includes all nature of family law disputes — including separation, divorce, and property division, as well as custody and access issues, and mediated solutions.
Julia entered private practice after working for seven years as in-house counsel with The Office of the Children’s Lawyer. Since entering into private practice, Julia remains a highly trusted and valued member of the OCL’s outside counsel panel.
In November 2021, Julia was appointed the VP of the Ontario Association of Child Protection Lawyers.
Education
- Dalhousie University, Law LLB, 2000-2003
- University of Toronto, Master of Social Work (MSW), 1992-1994
Bar Admissions:
- Office of the Children’s Lawyer (OCL), 2004-2011
- Managing Partner – Phillips Barristers PC
- Called to the Bar in 2024
- Ontario Association of Child Protection Lawyers
Professional Affiliation:
- The Advocate’s Society
- Ontario Bar Association
- Family Law Association
- “More couples in Canada are choosing to live together outside of marriage – and the legal portrait can be more complex for people in common-law relationships“
- “When should children have a say in important decisions? It depends”
- “Nesting can help children deal with a changing family dynamic”
- “Julia Tremain provides advice on Mastering Mediation”
- “Family court judges in British Columbia will now consider several factors when deciding who has custody of the family pet.“
- “Parallel parenting has its benefits but takes planning and effort”
- “Studies have shown that starting overnight visits at a young age benefit both the child and their parents“
- “Coparenting can be challenging. Finding the best way to communicate is essential”
- “Putting a parenting plan in place can prevent future heartache”
- “The existence of family violence does not, by itself, justify the creation of a new tort, says Court of Appeal“
- “Those entering into a long-term relationship with someone who has children need to be aware of the legal implications“
- “No one wins when it come to parental alienation”
- “Parental alienation can cause long-lasting or even permanent damage to family relationships”
- “You don’t have to be married to receive spousal support“
- “A Parenting Plan can be a ‘road map’ for staying on the same page as your ex when it comes to parenting your children after separation.“
- “Do your homework, when determining child support payments”
- “Choosing the right path in a divorce can reduce stress – considering options other then litigation”
- “Minors have a voice, thanks to the The Office of the Children’s Lawyer”
- “What You Should Know About Common Law Property Division“
- “Child welfare, not biology, comes first in custody considerations”
- Contentious court disputes can come with costly consequences
- Acting in Bad Faith in a divorce can have serious consequences
- Keep safety in mind when leaving an abusive relationship – one of the most dangerous times is the time of separation
- “Who gets the pet can make for a contentious divorce“
- “Be careful when splitting with spouse with mental health issues”
- The past year brought new challenges in family law – The Year in Review, Family Law
- “When Should Post Secondary Education Planning Start? How About Now.”
- “Julia Tremain in the News: Covid 19 Vaccinations approved for children – What happens now?”
- “‘Stakes are High’ in extended care order cases”
- “Child Custody Issues a hurdle when moving to a new city”
- “Judge makes unusual order for parenting time”
- “Order for parental visit at Turkish resort unusual and concerning”
- “Take the time to make a plan when ending your marriage”
- “Brad and Angelina’s child testified in their divorce; why yours shouldn’t”
- “Common mistakes can make a divorce even more stressful”
- “Even the best relationships benefit from a domestic contract”
- “What parents objecting to a child’s COVID vaccination should know before heading to court”
