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Meet Our Team

Jacques is the Founder of Accounting for Law.

Utilizing his 25+ years of experience to oversee all aspects of the company, and ensuring that all clients’ needs are met, Jacques takes the hands-on approach, specializing in all services we provide.

Jacques Tjonasan
PRINCIPAL & FOUNDER

Alma has 20+ years of experience managing financial records, knowledge of many legal softwares, and a degree and specialization in Accounting. With expertise preparing timely and accurate reports and many other services; Alma goes the extra mile for her clients.

Alma Vasquez
AFL PARTNER

Yvonne is Director of Operations & Payroll Specialist, certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner, and skilled leader. With a clear understanding of the importance of having financial peace of mind, and compliancy with the LSO and CRA, Yvonne is our CRA liaison.

Yvonne Parry
MANAGING PARTNER

Diagnora has 18+ years of experience as Office Manager / Accounting for boutique firms. Responsible for internal AFL duties, she handles billing and communication. Making sure clients have positive experiences, and fluent in English and Spanish, Diagnora’s passion is key to success.

Diagnora Tiamo
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Monika, our administrative associate with 14 years of expertise, plays a pivotal role in optimizing office operations. Her exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail, particularly in billing and communication, ensure clients enjoy consistently positive experiences with the AFL team.

Monika Kieszkowska
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSOCIATE

Zvonka has 15+ years bookkeeping experience in legal roles. Her skills include analyzing accounts payable & receivables, financial reporting, payroll administration, and reconciliations. Versed in legal accounting software and law society compliance, Zvonka prides herself on problem solving, and organization.

Zvonka Hortik
SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Jackie has 30+ years working as an Accounting and Office Manager for small and mid-sized firms. Self-motivated, efficient in all legal software, and with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, Jackie specializes in year-ends, managerial tasks, and Law Society Spot Audits.

Jackie Shallhorn
SENIOR ASSOCIATE

Selvy has 7+ years of experience processing payroll. Skilled with QuickBooks, and other accounting software, she is equipped to be a senior Payroll Specialist. Self-motivated, detail oriented and with exceptional organizational skills, Selvy is determined to get all tasks done.

Selvy Krishna
SENIOR PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Sophie has 7+ years in finance roles. As Payroll Associate, she specializes in preparing and processing payroll, and keeping up-to-date with government subsidy programs. Experienced with many legal accounting software, Sophie is dedicated to delivering quality performance for her clients.

Sophie Xu
PAYROLL ASSOCIATE

Kathy has 23 years of experience as a CPA, specializing in full-cycle accounting, year-end reports, and Law Society compliance. She is skilled in multiple legal accounting software, including GhostPractice, PCLaw and Cosmolex. Kathy is self-motivated, organized, and a great team-member.

Kathy Qiu
LEAD GHOSTPRACTICE ASSOCIATE

Ruth has 30+ years experience in the bookkeeping industry, her expertise in financial statements, organization, and great communication skills are an asset. Ruth is detail oriented and professional, skilled in day-to-day bookkeeping, reconciliations, accounting payables, billings, and credit card allocations.

Ruth Teal-Milligan
LEAD SOLUNO ASSOCIATE

Chris has 10+ years in accounting, finance and has CGA, CPA designation. He has experience with full cycle accounting, preparing financial reports, bank reconciliations, and PC Law and Ghost Practice software. Chris’s positive attitude and work ethic enhance the team.

Chris Barker
LEAD CLIO ASSOCIATE

Susana has 15+ years of experience in legal, finance and administrative roles. Her responsibilities include day-to-day bookkeeping tasks; accounts payable, billing, reconciliations and trust-general transfers. Susana has an in-depth understanding of trust and general bank accounts and analyzing financial reports.

Susana Meza
LEAD COSMOLEX ASSOCIATE

Kate has 5+ years working in bookkeeping, legal assistant, and law clerk roles. She specializes in Real Estate Purchases, Sales, Mortgage Refinancing, evaluating the entire transaction process, and billing. Kate’s experience, and upbeat personality makes her an asset to AFL.

Kate Tavano
ASSOCIATE

Damayanthy has years of analyzing financial statements completing data entry, billing, and credit card allocation functions. Along with day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, Damayanthy’s willingness to complete any assignment and remain organized, dedicated and have a positive team spirit is her strength.

Damayanthy Subramaniyam
ASSOCIATE

Carolina, with over ten years of bookkeeping experience, handles day-to-day financial tasks, billing, accounts, credit card allocations, bank transfers, and reconciliations. Her exceptional attention to detail and organization makes her a valuable asset to the team. She also a LEAP Certified Bookkeeper.

Carolina Fusto
ASSOCIATE

Tonya has experience in legal bookkeeping for 20+ years. A licensed Paralegal, she understands the By-laws related to financial responsibilities of a law firm, and what is needed for financial peace of mind. Tonya is organized, task driven and self-motivated.

Tonya Tobin
ASSOCIATE

With over ten years of bookkeeping experience in law firms, Nelly excels in diverse financial tasks including reconciliations, trust account management, billing, and accounts management. Proficient in QuickBooks, Clio, PCLaw, and Cosmolex, she ensures efficient financial operations.

Nelly Haddad
ASSOCIATE

Claudia’s bookkeeping education and 20+ years of experience, and her expertise in legal software make rebuilds and migrations seamless for law firms. Claudia is persistent and task oriented, her responsibilities include payroll reports and journal entries, reconciliation, rebuilds and migrations.

Claudia Sabri
ASSOCIATE

Suzanne has many years of experience in bookkeeping and administration. Her responsibilities include preparing financial reports, reconciliations for bank accounts, and preparing and completing billing cycles. Suzanne is hard working and prides herself on completing tasks with precision and efficiency.

Suzanne Fawcett
LEAD LEAP ASSOCIATE

SA current student at the University of Toronto, Kaprice is articulate, driven, and customer service oriented. She is currently taking journalism, and she performed at Elite Dance Studios until the age of 17. Kaprice has many awards to her credit.

Kaprice Tjonasan
JUNIOR ASSOCIATE

Justine is a detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper with a strong grasp of accounting principles. Proficient in Cosmolex, and other software, skilled in financial record management, and committed to accuracy and confidentiality. Eager to support financial operations efficiently.

Justine Beauregard
JUNIOR ASSOCIATE

A dedicated legal professional with years of experience as an Arbitration Specialist and Paralegal since 2011. Known for attention to detail, analytical skills, and accurate transaction handling. Transitioning to bookkeeping, demonstrating proficiency in financial record-keeping, reconciliation, and compliance.

Brian Parry
JUNIOR BOOKKEEPER

Experienced accounting professional since 2020 with strong skills in QuickBooks, Excel, Clio, Pclaw and CosmoLex. Specializes in financial management, trust reconciliations, and compliance with Law Society regulations. Proficient in analyzing data, resolving issues, and improving processes for better efficiency. Adaptable and reliable.

Simran Bathija
JUNIOR BOOKKEEPER

Justin combines a solid educational foundation with hands-on expertise in accounting software like Cosmolex, PC Law, LEAP, Unity, and QuickBooks. He is committed to innovation, efficiency, and providing seamless support for clients’ bookkeeping routines.

Justin Gagne
JUNIOR BOOKKEEPER