Filipino Lawyer in Toronto
Your Trusted Legal Partner for Life’s Milestones
Welcome to BAC Law Professional Corporation. Led by a Filipino lawyer in Toronto, we help you navigate immigration matters, wills and estates planning, real estate transactions, and notary. Dedicated to making legal services approachable and accessible, BAC Law offers extensive legal knowledge, seasoned experience, and a client-first approach to deliver clear and practical solutions by simplifying complex matters to help you understand your options, protect what matters, and obtain results and remedies that are tailored to your situation.
OUR STORY
As a practicing Filipino lawyer in Toronto, BAC Law was founded by Bernadine Abella-Chua, a lawyer licensed in both Ontario and the Philippines. Her legal training began with a Juris Doctor degree from Ateneo de Manila University. For more than ten years, she practised law in the Philippines, building experience across litigation and client advisory. After moving to Canada, she completed the Law Practice Program at Toronto Metropolitan University and was admitted as a barrister and solicitor by the Law Society of Ontario.
Before and alongside law, her background spans science and finance. She graduated from Philippine Science High School Main Campus, studied Chemical Engineering at the University of the Philippines, found her passion in finance, and obtained a degree in Accounting from Miriam College. In Canada, she worked as an accountant and payroll administrator for five years and holds a Payroll Compliance Professional credential from the National Payroll Institute.
Bernadine’s years of practice as a lawyer, together with a deep understanding of how law translates into payroll practices and employer processes, provide BAC Law with the legal insight and technical expertise to advise on workplace disputes, employment contracts, payroll issues and employer obligations.
Founded by an immigrant, BAC Law understands both the procedural requirements and the personal stakes of immigration matters, and uses that perspective to guide clients through documentation, timelines and expectations.
Bernadine also has substantial experience in wills and estates, advising on estate planning, executor duties, probate and estate administration. Her attention to detail, sharpened by years of transactional work and financial training, additionally supports BAC Law’s real estate services, from contract review and title issues to closings.
At BAC Law, we combine technical expertise, legal experience, and financial knowledge to deliver clear and practical advice tailored to each client. If you’d like to discuss your situation, please contact us to schedule a consultation. We will listen and help you determine the best next steps.
Legal Solutions from a Filipino Lawyer in Toronto
Wills and Estates
Secure your legacy with tailored estate planning. We offer dedicated legal guidance for Wills, Powers of Attorney, Family Trusts, and Probate.
Immigration Law
Professional legal guidance for every step of your Canadian immigration journey, including Visas, Permits, employer LMIAs, Permanent Residence, and Citizenship applications.
Divorce
Compassionate and efficient legal guidance for family transitions, specializing in uncontested divorces and the preparation of practical, legally enforceable separation agreements.
Real Estate Transactions
Navigate real estate with confidence. Get clear and practical legal support for purchases, sales, refinancing, transfers, and closings.
Paralegal Services
Professional and client-focused paralegal representation for Small Claims Court disputes, Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB) hearings, and Provincial Offences defence.
Philippine Document Assistance Services
Dedicated assistance securing Philippine legal and personal documents from abroad, including PSA certificates, CENOMAR, NBI clearances, SPAs, PRC renewals, and estate settlement paperwork.
Our Commitment
We simplify complex legal matters through clear communication and personalized strategies. From workplace issues to real estate and immigration, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence.
Proven Results
We’ve earned our clients’ trust through real results, helping people resolve issues, protect their rights, and move forward with confidence.
Personalized Guidance
Every story is unique. We listen closely and offer clear, practical advice that fits your needs.
Accessible Expertise
Legal help should be easy to reach and easy to understand. We keep it simple, approachable, and focused on you.
