Contact

Barry Nussbaum
Owner & Senior Lawyer, Nussbaum Family Law
T: 416-916-0886 (Ext: 600)
E: barry@nussbaumlaw.ca

About Barry

Barry Nussbaum is a respected Toronto family and divorce lawyer and the founder of Nussbaum Family Law. With over 17 years of focused experience, Barry has built a reputation as a strategic, results-oriented advocate who combines strong courtroom skills with a commitment to practical resolution. He is a member of both the Ontario and New York Bars — a distinction that gives him a unique perspective on cross-border and Hague Convention family law matters.

Barry represents clients across the full spectrum of family law issues, including divorce, custody (decision-making), parenting time (access), support disputes, complex property division, and domestic contracts such as prenuptial, cohabitation, separation, and parenting agreements. He also acts in child protection matters involving the Children’s Aid Society, always with the sensitivity and discretion these cases require.

Approach & Philosophy

Known for his no-nonsense, bottom-line approach, Barry believes in streamlined and strategic advocacy that minimizes conflict and maximizes results. He is widely regarded for his ability to focus on key issues, narrow disputes, and resolve matters efficiently — whether through litigation, mediation, or negotiation.

While Barry has successfully argued complex appeal cases and regularly appears before both the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice, he prioritizes early resolution wherever possible to save clients time, money, and emotional strain.

Practice Areas

• Divorce & Separation
• Child Custody (Decision-Making) & Parenting Time (Access)
• Child Relocation & Hague Convention Cases
• Spousal & Child Support
• Complex Property & Asset Division
• Domestic Contracts (Prenuptial, Cohabitation, Separation, Parenting Agreements)
• Child Protection & Children’s Aid Society Matters
• Mediation, Arbitration, and Appeals

Education

• Bachelor of Arts – Hebrew Theological College, 1999
• Juris Doctor (JD) – Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, 2004
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Schulich School of Business, York University, 2004

Bar Admissions

• Ontario, 2005
• New York, 2007

Professional Memberships

• Law Society of Ontario
• New York State Bar Association

Reputation & Media

Barry’s clear, direct, and insightful commentary on family law has made him a trusted media source. News networks frequently reach out to him for expert opinion on family and divorce law issues, where his grounded and practical advice resonates with both professionals and the public.

Client Experience

Clients describe Barry as a calm, confident advocate who listens closely, communicates clearly, and fights effectively for fair outcomes. His ability to blend compassion with strategy has made him one of Toronto’s most respected family lawyers.

Fantastic Lawyers Editorial

“With a reputation built on precision, practicality, and professionalism, Barry Nussbaum is a standout among Toronto’s family and divorce lawyers. His ability to resolve complex disputes through insight, strategy, and focus has earned him the trust of clients, courts, and media alike.”