Desiree Acosta

Associate


CONTACT

(236) 521-9082

dacosta@virginlawgroup.com


ASSISTANT

Brianna Bavaro

(236) 521-4966

bbavaro@virginlawgroup.com

EDUCATION

Juris Doctor, University of Ottawa

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology, Simon Fraser University


BAR ADMISSIONS

British Columbia (2014)

AREAS OF PRACTICE

Family Law

Desiree is a family law lawyer and mediator. She has practiced exclusively in all areas of family law, including child protection, since commencing her articles in 2013. She has represented her clients in both the Provincial Court and Supreme Court of British Columbia. She has significant experience with matters involving high-conflict custody disputes, complex child and spousal support issues, asset division including corporate and international assets, and family violence and protection orders. Desiree’s practice also includes drafting cohabitation agreements and separation agreements to reflect the specific needs and goals of her clients.


Desiree understands the difficulties of a separation and prides herself on taking an empathetic approach with her clients. She strives to offer clear, honest and meaningful legal advice while developing a successful legal strategy for her clients. Her goal is to achieve fair results in a timely and cost-efficient manner. 


While Desiree attempts to reach out of court settlements for her clients, she understands that litigation is sometimes necessary. Desiree is a skilled and passionate advocate and is regularly described as a fierce litigator. 


In her spare time, Desiree enjoys baking, hiking, fitness and travelling.

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