Atty. Stephen Codas
Stephen is a strategic and fearless advocate in the courtroom. He is known for his ability to diffuse highly-charged situations so that cooler heads can prevail when resolving contentious family law matters through mediation, arbitration or litigation.
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Stephen Codas is a family law and adr attorney, practicing at Epstein Cole LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026).
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- Stephen is a strategic and fearless advocate in the courtroom
- He is known for his ability to diffuse highly-charged situations so that cooler heads can prevail when resolving contentious family law matters through mediation, arbitration or litigation
- Recognizing that every client is different, Stephen effectively adapts his approach to their unique wants, needs, and circumstances to ensure their best interests are protected
- As a partner at Epstein Cole, Stephen’s practice focuses on all areas of family law including custody, mobility, financial, and commercial matters
- He has appeared in various levels of court acting on both trial and appellate matters
- Stephen has extensive experience representing clients in mediations and arbitrations and has been appointed as a Dispute Resolution Officer for the Superior Court of Justice in Toronto
- As a member of the Office of the Children’s Lawyer panel since 1998, Stephen represents children in high-conflict court cases and consults on complex family law issues to protect the rights of children by giving them a strong voice, where necessary
- Stephen is on the editorial review board of the Reports of Family Law and has spoken at a number of conferences on various topics in family law and is a Dispute Resolution Officer in Toronto for the Ministry of the Attorney General
- Stephen can be retained to represent children and is experienced mediator
- Stephen is again included in the current Edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada for his work in family law
- Integrity is of the utmost importance to Stephen
- He instills trust, confidence, and peace of mind with his clients through objectivity, honesty, and responsiveness
- Stephen believes in bearing your legal burden so that you can focus on yourself and the healing process
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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