David (Berel) Ciobotaru has been acting for Ontario Landlords since 1984. David is a partner of the firm and manages representation before the Landlord and Tenant Board. Licensed as a paralegal in March 2008, David serves as a Commissioner for taking oaths in Ontario within paralegal scope of practice.

Jacqueline earned her Honours Bachelor of Arts from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2013 and completed the Accelerated Paralegal Program at Seneca College with High Honours in 2014. Licensed in March 2015, Jacqueline joined the firm as a student in 2014 and now handles hearing scheduling, drafting legal notices, and preparing Landlord and Tenant Board applications.

Mark attended the University of Guelph for Criminal Justice and Public Policy, then completed Seneca College's Accelerated Paralegal Program. Mark handles a broad range of Landlord and Tenant matters and frequently represents clients before the Landlord and Tenant Board.

Emily received her Honours Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Justice from Ontario Tech University in 2018 and completed Durham College's fast-tracked Paralegal Certificate Program in 2019 with Honours. Licensed in 2019, Emily was hired in January 2023 and specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board matters.

Sabrina earned her BA (Hons.) in Law and Society from York University as a Dean's Honour Roll member and graduated with high honours from Humber College's Accelerated Paralegal Program. Licensed in March 2020 and appointed as Notary Public and Commissioner for taking Oaths, Sabrina represents clients before the Landlord and Tenant Board and Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario.

Julia earned her Honours Bachelor of Arts in Law & Society with a Psychology minor from York University in 2021 and completed Humber College's fast-tracked Paralegal Diploma with honours in 2023. Licensed in February 2024, Julia handles non-corporate matters including notices, applications, and Landlord and Tenant Board representation.

Chelsea graduated with honours from CTS Canadian Career College's Paralegal program in 2018. Licensed in March 2019, Chelsea joined the firm late 2019 and handles corporate files involving legal notices and Landlord and Tenant Board applications.

Eric graduated with honours from Humber College's Paralegal Education Program and was recognized in 2022 for achieving one of the program's top 20 GPAs historically. Licensed by the Law Society of Ontario and appointed as Commissioner of Oaths, Eric represents landlords in landlord and tenant matters and provincial offence cases.

Shawna holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from York University and previously worked over a decade for Jewish Family and Child Services and as owner of two retail stores. Joining D&D in 2009 as office manager, Shawna now serves as General Manager overseeing hiring, billing, and corporate business decisions.

Francesca completed a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology at Ryerson University in 2013 and earned a Post-Graduate Certificate in Paralegal with High Honours from Centennial College in 2015. Licensed in November 2015, Francesca joined D&D in 2021 and handles legal notices and Landlord and Tenant Board applications.

Tamara earned her BA (Hons.) in Criminology and Political Science from the University of Toronto and graduated with honours from the Accelerated Paralegal Program at Seneca College. Licensed in April 2026, Tamara prepares evidentiary documents for L1 proceedings, as well as withdrawals and discontinuances for matters before the Landlord and Tenant Board.

Nina Sifo completed the Paralegal Diploma Program at Humber College Institute of Technology with Honours in 2024. Licensed in November 2024, Nina joined D&D in 2025 and handles L5 – Applications for a Rent Increase Above the Guideline. In addition, Nina is David Ciobotaru's executive legal assistant.

Alexia received her diploma from Humber College in 2025 upon completing the Paralegal Education program. She joined D&D as a student in early 2025 and became licensed later that year. Alexia prepares disclosure packages and coordinates the preparation and summoning of witnesses for a wide range of matters before the Landlord and Tenant Board.

Alexander completed the Paralegal Diploma at Seneca Polytechnic with Honours in 2026. Alexander joined D&D in 2026 and provides administrative support for the Paralegals at D&D in preparing for appearances before the Landlord and Tenant Board.

Julie is a licensed paralegal who graduated from Toronto Metropolitan University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, majoring in Law and Business. She later completed the Paralegal Program at Seneca College and became licensed in January 2024. In her role, she primarily handles corporate files involving non-payment and late payment of rent, including drafting notices, reviewing documentation, and preparing and filing matters with the Landlord and Tenant Board.

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Salvatore (Sam) Ursino earned his Bachelor of Arts from York University, with a double major in Law & Society and Political Science, before completing the Accelerated Paralegal Court Program at Seneca College with High Honours. Sam was among the first group of paralegals licensed by the Law Society of Ontario in March 2008, and has spent over 20 years specializing in Small Claims Court and Landlord and Tenant matters, representing plaintiffs, defendants, landlords, and tenants.