Gonsalves Law
1 lawyer · Peel Region
One of 570 law firms listed in Mississauga, and one of 253 handling Family Law.
Accepts Legal AidAccepts Legal AidAbout Gonsalves Law
Gonsalves Law is a sole-practitioner family law firm based in Mississauga, Ontario, run by Rita V. Gonsalves, a barrister and solicitor. The practice covers family law and child protection matters, including contested and uncontested divorce, custody and access, child and spousal support, property division, separation agreements, motions to change, and Family Responsibility Office issues. Gonsalves appears in the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice, and most of that court work is in Brampton and Milton, even though the office itself is in Mississauga.
Gonsalves earned a Bachelor of Commerce in accounting and auditing and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Bombay, then practiced law in another jurisdiction before immigrating to Canada. After receiving a Certificate of Qualification from the National Committee on Accreditation in 2011 and articling with a criminal defence lawyer in Brampton over 2011 and 2012, Gonsalves was called to the Ontario bar in 2012 and also holds a Notary Public designation. The firm has represented clients of various ethnicities and offers services in English and Portuguese. It accepts both private retainers and Legal Aid Ontario certificates for family law and child protection files, and it's willing to take on limited scope retainers for clients who want to handle part of a case themselves.
Practice areas
Milestones & recognition
- Rita V. Gonsalves received a Certificate of Qualification from the National Committee on Accreditation in 2011, after earning a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Bombay and practicing law in another jurisdiction.
- Called to the bar in Ontario in 2012, after articling with a criminal defence lawyer in Brampton in 2011 and 2012.
- Holds a Notary Public designation in addition to the Ontario law license.
In the community
- Since November 2014, Gonsalves Law has volunteered monthly to present the Ministry of the Attorney General's Mandatory Information Program at the Brampton courthouse, through Peel Family Mediation Services.
Fees & payment
Legal aidWho handles what
The neighbourhood
Gonsalves Law's office is in Mississauga, but the firm's court work is centred elsewhere: Gonsalves regularly appears in the family courts in Brampton and Milton.
Frequently asked questions
- What areas of family law does Gonsalves Law handle?
- Gonsalves Law handles family law and child protection matters, including contested and uncontested divorce, custody and access, child and spousal support, property division, separation agreements, and motions to change court orders.
- I need an uncontested divorce. Can Gonsalves Law help?
- Gonsalves Law assists with uncontested divorce applications in the Superior Court of Justice for couples who have already resolved the issues from their marriage breakdown, working on a block fee plus filing fees, disbursements, and HST.
- Does Gonsalves Law accept Legal Aid Ontario certificates?
- Gonsalves Law accepts Legal Aid Ontario certificates for family law and child protection files, alongside private retainers.
- I'm facing a child protection case in Brampton. Can the firm represent me?
- Gonsalves Law represents clients in child protection matters and appears regularly in the Brampton and Milton family courts, even though the office itself is based in Mississauga.
- Is help available in Portuguese?
- Gonsalves Law offers services in English and Portuguese, and the firm has represented clients of various ethnicities in matters involving relationship breakdown, child protection, and criminal law.
- What is a limited scope retainer, and does Gonsalves Law offer one?
- Gonsalves Law offers limited scope retainers, where a client continues to represent themselves in court while the firm handles specific steps, such as giving advice, drafting documents, doing research, handling correspondence, or appearing for a particular motion or conference.
Where to find them
7111 Syntex Drive, 3rd Floor, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 8C3 · 289-290-4388
Similar firms in Peel Region
Law365 is an Ontario law firm that says it provides legal services at affordable rates for both business and personal matters. It describes assisting clients with starting a business, purchasing a house, creating a wi…
Business & Corporate Law
Real Estate Law
Wills, Estates & Trusts
Civil Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Round Table Legal Services is a family law firm serving Caledon, the Greater Toronto Area, and Northern Ontario, with a trauma-informed, client-centred approach to separation and parenting matters. Monty Sheena leads …
Family Law
H&H Law Group is a Mississauga-based Ontario firm practising family law, corporate law, immigration law, real estate law, and wills and estates. It serves individuals and businesses across Mississauga, Oakville, and t…
Family LawBusiness & Corporate Law
Immigration LawReal Estate LawListing compiled from the firm’s public website in September 2026. Verify licence status in the Law Society of Ontario directory ↗