Keshia Maloney
Keshia specializes in family law at Birch Law, dealing with custody (decision making), access (parenting time), child and spousal support and property issues. Birch Law offers unbundled family law services for the self-represented so that individuals can get professional legal help without handing over their entire case. With a background of over 10 years in customer service and general management, Keshia offers practical, thoughtful solutions to guide individuals through family law issues.
Prior to law school, Keshia spent over 10 years in the retail space, delivering exceptional customer service and building relationships. Those skills translate to a deep understanding of how to work well with her legal clients.
Eventually, she wanted a new way to make a positive impact and empower people to improve their lives through the legal system. Passionate about family law, Keshia is committed to guiding individuals through the family law process. She balances her natural empathy with a clear understanding of the legal system.
Self-represented parties may not have all the necessary tools to be 100% successful, and she bridges that gap by providing practical guidance. Keshia coaches clients through document review and document drafting, explaining what to do and why. She also provides legal coaching to help clients prepare for mediation and court. As a result, her clients gain knowledge and confidence for future legal matters.
Areas of Focus
- Guiding individuals who are self-represented through the legal process
- Document review
- Legal coaching
- Document drafting
- Limited representation at court
Geographic and Market Focus
Birch Law serves families who wish to represent themselves in family law issues. In-person and virtual services are available for families throughout Ontario, including Whitby, Oshawa, Durham Region, Niagara Region, Peterborough, and other areas across Ontario.
Credentials and Education
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Legal Studies from the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (2021)
- Bachelor of Laws LLB (Honours) from the University of Leicester (2023)
- 10+ years of customer service and management experience in the retail sector
Associations and Recognition
- Member of the Durham Region Law Association
- Member of the Canadian Association of Black Lawyers
- Member of the Women's Law Association of Ontario
- Holds a National Committee on Accreditation Certificate of Qualification from the Federation of Law Societies of Canada
Unique Approach and Philosophy
Born and raised in Oshawa, Keshia is pleased to be providing a positive, practical service to her community. Keshia's genuine desire to make a positive impact means that she is committed to providing steadfast support to families during challenging times. She believes in the importance of attentive listening to truly get to the heart of what her clients need. That empathy is balanced by a practical understanding of the law. Passionate about family law, Keshia focuses on offering practical, thoughtful solutions that meaningfully improve families' lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Birch Law typically work with?+
Birch Law focuses on family law issues for clients in the Ontario area. Because of our unique approach, offering unbundled services to individuals who want to represent themselves, we typically work with people who can handle some parts of their case themselves. When individuals want help with specific aspects of their case, we help them decide what services would benefit them during their intake call.
What does "unbundled" services mean?+
Instead of hiring a lawyer for your whole case, you can hire our lawyers for specific services. Some examples include reviewing a document, filing documents with the court, or helping you prepare for court. This unique approach allows clients to stay in control and pay only for the services they need.
What services does Birch Law provide?+
We provide document review; legal coaching sessions to help you understand the legal process and understand your rights; legal document drafting; mediation support; legal research and opinions; independent legal advice; limited court representation; document notarization and commissioning; and filing court documents.
What are your prices?+
Prices depend on how complex the work is, and how long it takes. Some services have an hourly rate while others are a flat fee. We'll always tell you the price before we start. We are committed to transparent pricing.
Can I hire you again later?+
Yes! Many clients start with one service and add more later as their case progresses. You are only committed to the service you request each time.
Do you only work with married people?+
No. We work with people who have never been married, people who have lived together, and people who never lived with their partner.