Staff
Amanda Amari
Team Leader
Legal Administrator
Amanda is passionate for law and order, an animal lover and is talented in singing and songwriting. Amanda obtained a Bachelor at Concordia University majoring in Human Relations and a minor in Law & Society in 2022. She has been part of the Charness, Charness & Charness LLP team since 2019, where she continues to gain knowledge in the field.
Anthony Parent
Team Leader
Legal Administrator
Anthony has spent the last four years strengthening his professional experience and refining his background in customer service. He is passionate about human rights movements and has plans to pursue a career in a legal profession. Currently working as a Legal Assistant, he aspires to apply his knowledge in an organization that will provide new assets and help developpe his career. In his free time, he enjoys discussing pop culture, podcasts and good coffee with great company.
Jacob McConville
Paralegal
Jacob completed his BA in Political Science at York University in 2021. He is a recipient of the Liberal Arts and Professional Studies writing prize and Virginia Macdonald-Evans award. Jacob is in his second year of law school at McGill University. In his free time, Jacob loves a good book and a warm cup of tea.
Sarah Mae Mariano
Paralegal
Sarah obtained her B.A. from McGill University in Psychology and Philosophy in April 2022. She is currently doing the Certificate of Law at the University of Montreal with hopes of pursuing a career in law in the future. Sarah is excited to be a part of the amazing team at Charness, Charness & Charness where she continues to develop her knowledge of the legal field as well as getting acquainted with Quebec’s legal procedures.
Lian Beckstead
Paralegal
Petra Megyeri
Paralegal
Michael Nudo
Paralegal
Michael successfully completed his bachelor’s degree in 2020 where he majored in Political Science with a minor in Law and Society at Concordia University. In his free time, he enjoys discussing politics, playing recreational soccer, and having a great book to read. Michael is excited to be part of the amazing team at Charness, Charness & Charness LLP where he continues to develop his knowledge, gain experience within the legal field, and contribute to the firm’s success.
Amanda Romeo
Paralegal
Amanda graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from McGill University in 2022. Following her studies, Amanda participated in the year-long North American Language and Culture Assistants program in Madrid, Spain, where she cultivated her passions for travel and cultural exchange. In her current role as a paralegal at Charness, Charness, & Charness, Amanda dedicates herself to gaining valuable experience and building a meaningful career in the legal field. In her free time, Amanda enjoys playing chess, baking, and exploring cuisines from around the world.
Samantha Coladonato
Legal Administrator
Samantha is a resourceful and highly driven legal assistant with a strong work ethic. She completed a Bachelor Degree in Criminology at the University of Ottawa in 2019, and just recently obtained her Civil Law degree (LL.B.) from l’Université Laval. Samantha is a great asset to our team where she brings invaluable insight and commitment. We look forward to continuing working together while she completes the Quebec Bar.
Chelsy Emilus
Legal Administrator
Chelsy is currently completing a Bachelor in Political Science at Concordia University. Upon completion, she plans on applying to McGill law school. Chelsy effectively utilizes her acquired knowledge to complement the legal services that Charness provides. With her problem-solving skills, rigour and tenacity, her success is assured!
Laura Ospina
Legal Administrator
Laura graduated from McGill University in 2022 with a BA in Political Science and a double minor in International Development Studies and Anthropology. Laura is passionate about the field of development and plans to attend law school in the future and pursue a career in the field. She is looking forward to strengthening her legal education and working in corporate law while gaining valuable skills as part of the Charness team.
Olivier Pierre
Legal Administrator
Joy Wissa
Legal Administrator
Nathan-Shane Cintellus
Legal Administrator
Camila Sanchez
Legal Administrator
Camila is presently in her final year at McGill University, where she is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in both Political Science and Psychology. Upon graduation, she intends to pursue a law degree. Prior to joining the CC&C team, Camila had worked for several financial institutions in Montréal gaining valuable experience. Since joining the firm, her strong work ethic, ambition, and inquisitive nature have made her a valuable addition to the team.
Ezekiel Dela Cruz
Legal Administrator
Saf Hakawati
Legal Administrator
Eden Bouskila
Technical Consultant