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Anna was raised on a farm just outside of Omemee, Ontario, where she spent many summers wading through creeks, finding quiet spots to enjoy a good book and cursing square bales. Anna initially attended York University, where she majored in history and philosophy, but, she then, very prudently, went somewhere warm and sunny to complete her Bacholor of Arts in History. Anna continued on at the University of Hawaii where she obtained her Juris Doctor from the William S. Richardson school of law. Anna was called to the Hawaii bar in 2001.
Following law school Anna joined the Americorp program and worked with the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii. Anna’s practice focused on family law, and in particular, representation of victims of domestic violence.
After enjoying ten years in Hawaii Anna was drawn home to Ontario where she articled with Cornell, Mortlock and Sillberg in Lindsay until she was called to the Ontario bar in 2006.
Anna practices in the areas of family law, real estate, wills and estates, corporate law, and agricultural law. She is also a panel member for the Office of the Children’s Lawyer, a particularly meaningful component of her practice.
Community Involvement & Memberships:
Member of Rotary Club of Lindsay
Member and Director for Kawartha Collaborative Practice
Director for Kawartha Lakes Community Futures Development Corporation
Victoria County Law Association
Hawaii State Bar Association
Estate Planning Counsel
Former Director Fore Riverside Cemetery
Former Director for A Place Called Home
Panel member for the Office of the Children’s Lawyer
Publications/Articles:
Better Farming December, 2019 -
The Pros and Cons of Farm Partnerships
705-731-3229 |
anna@frienddobsonlaw.ca
Jessie was raised on a farm just north of Port Perry (cash crop and horses), an experience which instilled drive and work ethic from a young age. She attended the University of Toronto to complete an Honours Bachelor of Arts in history, graduating with High Distinction in 2013. During her undergraduate degree, Jessie worked part-time at a local A-Circuit Hunter/Jumper barn, while also pitching in at the farm at home.
She went on to obtain her J.D. from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Law. Jessie articled in Toronto with the Legal Services Branch of the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. While there, Jessie had the opportunity to assist with a number of high profile legal matters, including inquests, and class actions.
Jessie practices in the areas of civil litigation and family law. Her practice covers a wide array of areas including construction law, real estate litigation, administrative law, and agricultural law.
Memberships:
The Advocate’s Society
Durham Region Law Association
Victoria County Law Association
Publications/Articles:
Better Farming September, 2018 -
“Considering Marriage Contract Options”
Better Farming August, 2018 - “Navigating Farmland Severances”
905-985-6908 |
jessie@frienddobsonlaw.ca
Broghan spent most of her childhood and teenage years growing up in Omemee and continues to reside in the City of Kawartha Lakes. She attended Carleton University in Ottawa for her undergraduate degree, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts, Major in Law. Broghan then ventured to the other side of the globe for law school, where she obtained her Juris Doctor from Bond University on the Gold Coast in Australia in 2017. Post law school, Broghan completed her articles with Wards Lawyers PC and where she practiced as an associate lawyer since her call to the Ontario bar in 2019. Broghan joined Friend & Dobson Professional Corporation in 2023.
Broghan practices in the areas of corporate law, estate planning, estate administration, and real estate. She has experience assisting clients with a number of matters, ranging from incorporations, corporate reorganizations, business acquisitions, standard and complex residential and commercial real estate transactions, and wills and estates.
Community Involvement & Memberships:
Member of the Victoria County Law Association
Treasurer on the Victoria County Law Association Board
Member of the Ross Memorial Hospital Ethics Committee
Director on the BGC Kawarthas Foundation Board
905-985-6908 |
broghan@frienddobsonlaw.ca
Morgan was born and raised in Oakville, Ontario and moved to Bobcaygeon, Ontario in 2020. Morgan attended Western University where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Criminology with a minor in Dance. Morgan obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Buffalo School of Law.
During law school, Morgan clerked for a criminal judge at the Erie County Court, and she was also an intern at Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo where she drafted Wills and Powers of Attorney for elderly and disabled patients staying at the hospital.
Morgan practices in the areas of family law, real estate, and criminal defense.
Community Involvement & Memberships:
Member of the Kawartha Collaborative Practice
Durham Region Law Association
Victoria County Law Association
Board Member for the Kawartha North Family Heath Team 2022-2023
705-731-2229 |
morgan@frienddobsonlaw.ca
Having grown up as a member of a family-run commercial farming operation in the City of Kawartha Lakes, Emily is grounded in the integrity and reward of hard work. Her upbringing has taught her the value of teamwork, determination in challenges and to be conscientious and invested in all of her endeavours.
Emily’s propensity to understand and engage in meaningful affairs lead her parents to encourage her into the legal field. She graduated from Algonquin College in 2006 with a Law Clerk Diploma and has been a dedicated law clerk ever since. Emily’s continuing pursuit of personal development has earned her certification as a personal trainer and a spot on the Dean’s Honour Roll at Trent University, where she is currently achieving an Honours Degree in the Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems program with an added Emphasis in Law and Policy and a Minor in Business Administration. When Emily is not absorbed by her work or studies, her wanderlust is continually taking her to new destinations - typically travelling with a backpack rather than luxury.
While Emily assists in all operations at Friend & Dobson, her main responsibilities are focused on real estate, estate planning, supporting Anna with corporate matters and in her duties as a children’s lawyer as well as day-to-day firm administration. Emily enjoys being the point of contact for clients and strives to offer service that exceeds their expectations.
705-731-3229 ex. 103 |
emily@frienddobsonlaw.ca
Laura graduated from Sir Sandford Fleming College in 2015 with both Law Clerk and Paralegal diplomas and has been a Law Clerk ever since.
Laura joined Friend & Dobson Professional Corporation in 2023 and assists Anna and Broghan in our estate planning and estate administration departments. With a passion for helping clients navigate the complexities of estate planning, Laura brings her expertise and attention to detail to every file.
In her spare time, Laura finds joy in spending quality time with her family and friends, shopping, travelling and being outdoors.
705-731-3229 |
laura@frienddobsonlaw.ca
Born and raised in Durham Region, Andrea and her family moved to the Çity of Kawartha Lakes in the Spring of 2021. Prior to joining Friend & Dobson in July 2023, Andrea spent several years working for the Ministry of the Attorney General, Superior Court of Justice - Family, in Oshawa. During her time with the Ministry, she worked in various aspects assisting clients within the Family Administration office, as well clerking for the Judiciary in Family Court matters.
In her role as a Law Clerk, Andrea’s main responsibilities at Friend & Dobson are in the areas of Civil Litigation and Family Law, providing support to Jessie, Anna and Morgan. Clients appreciate her approachable and friendly demeanor, and her collaborative spirit aligns with our firm’s values.
705-731-3229 |
andrea@frienddobsonlaw.ca
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