Herschel Fogelman B.A., LL.B.

Called to the bar in 1990

Herschel Fogelman graduated Osgoode Hall Law School in 1988 and was called to the bar in 1990. Since his call to the bar he has practiced exclusively in the area of family law.

His approach is to make every effort to find a negotiated resolution to family disputes. Herschel recognizes however that not all family disputes can be negotiated and, when litigation is necessary, he is a persuasive advocate. Herschel has argued cases at all levels of court, including the Ontario Court of Appeal.

Herschel was recently named a Best Family Lawyer by The Best Lawyers in Canada/National Post. He was an instructor for many years with the Family Law section of the Bar Admission course. Herschel was also part of the team of lawyers chosen by the Law Society of Upper Canada to draft a standardized Separation Agreement for use by all Ontario Family law lawyers.

He is a certified mediator, bringing a calm, balanced and reasoned approach to problem solving, and has successfully mediated many family disputes. He has, when the need arises, arbitrated a number of Family Law disputes efficiently and fairly. In recognition of these skills, Herschel has been appointed as a Dispute Resolution Officer for the Superior Court of Justice in Toronto, and served as a panel lawyer for the Ministry of the Attorney General (Offices of the Children’s Lawyer) as a legal representative for children in a variety of family disputes. He is a former Trustee for the Toronto Lawyers Association, a member of the Toronto Bench and Bar Committee and a frequent presenter and chair for Law Society of Upper Canada Family Law programs.

Herschel is an avid cyclist and cycling commuter and was an elected member of the City of Toronto Cycling Committee. His other hobbies include hockey, canoeing and camping. Herschel is married with two children.

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hfogelman@basmansmith.com
416-860-1938
111 Richmond Street West
8th Floor
Toronto ON Canada M5H 2G4