About Sway LAW
Meet Managing Lawyer
& Legal Team
Latania Dyer has over a decade of experience helping families, individuals, and business professionals with various legal matters throughout the Greater Toronto Area, and more specifically the Mississauga and Peel Communities.
At Sway Law, we are dedicated to offering practical solutions for a diverse array of legal disputes. We provide services to both individuals and businesses, and accommodate both in-person and virtual consultations. Our offices are located in the Meadowvale Business Park Community and in Windsor, Ontario, allowing us to serve clients across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and surrounding areas.
About Latania Dyer
MANAGING LAWYER
Latania Dyer is an accomplished advocate and the Managing Lawyer at Sway Law, a budding Community Law Firm based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). With a deep passion for advocating for her clients and a strong commitment to community service, Latania has earned a stellar reputation for her dedication to achieving positive outcomes for her clients.
With a focus on serving individuals, and businesses, Latania brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to her role as Managing Lawyer at Sway Law.
Latania's commitment to her clients is evident in her personalized and client-centric approach. She recognizes that each client's situation is unique and believes in tailoring her legal strategies to meet their specific needs. Latania is known for her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to provide practical and effective solutions.
As a community-oriented lawyer, Latania is deeply involved in various initiatives and organizations dedicated to improving access to justice. She is a strong advocate for equal representation and works tirelessly to ensure that all individuals have access to quality legal services. Latania is known for her compassionate and empathetic approach, always making her clients feel heard and understood throughout the legal process.
In addition to her legal practice, Latania is a sought-after speaker and presenter, sharing her experience with others in the legal profession and the community. She frequently participates in workshops and seminars, educating individuals on various legal topics and empowering them to make informed decisions.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), University of Toronto
Juris Doctor, Osgoode Hall Law School
PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONS
Mississauga Community Legal Services
Peel Law Association
Brenell Dean
PARALEGAL
In 2024, Brenell Dean began her journey as a paralegal with Sway Law. Mrs. Dean has practiced as a paralegal since March 2018 in the areas of Small Claims Court, Criminal Defense, and Landlord Representation. She was the owner of a 9-time award-winning legal practice in Windsor, Ontario from 2018 to 2023. In 2024, Dean joined Sway Law PC to increase access to justice and further broaden her abilities to serve her clients.
Mrs. Dean has a unique background in real estate investing and property management, which has deepened her understanding of the law as it relates to representation at the Landlord and Tenant Board. She also has 16 years of extensive community service experience, being involved with a variety of non-profit organizations including the Southwestern Ontario Black Entrepreneurship Network, Sisters Taking Action for a New Direction, The Downtown Mission, Raising Autism Awareness, Youth Embracing Today’s Youth, the YMCA, and many more.
While maintaining a strong commitment to her community, Mrs. Dean holds a B.A. [H] in French Studies & Psychology from the University and has graduated from a reputable Paralegal Program. She is a highly sought-after public speaker and mentor in the legal profession. Alongside her paralegal practice, Mrs. Dean held the role of Instructor from 2019 until 2023, teaching classes such as Criminal Law, Administrative Law, Civil Litigation, and Landlord and Tenant, among others. Mrs. Dean comes from a family with a rich history in the legal field as a direct relative of Delos Davis, one of Canada’s first black lawyers, the Honorable Justice Dean, and others spanning across Canada and the United States.
Mrs. Dean’s education and volunteer experience have equipped her with the necessary skills to represent clients in the legal field with utmost organization and professionalism. As a member of the Law Society of Ontario, Mrs. Dean vows to uphold her business ethically and raise every issue fearlessly to the benefit of her clients.
About Terry-Joe Downer
LAWYER
Terry-Joe has a Bachelor of Laws from the University of the West Indies in Jamaica. She received her Legal Education Certificate from Norman Manley Law School and was called to the bar in Jamaica in 2019. Prior to her relocation to Canada, Terry-Joe mainly practiced estate administration and family law in Jamaica. She was called to the bar in Ontario in 2024.
Terry-Joe is an Associate at the firm, dedicated to providing outstanding legal services and achieving exceptional outcomes for our clients. Her collaborative style and creative problem-solving abilities guarantee that clients receive individualized attention and strategic advice designed specifically for their needs.
Terry-Joe believes that by pursuing a career in law, an opportunity is created to assist others in a meaningful and impactful way by utilizing her legal knowledge and expertise. Working at a community law firm like Sway Law Professional Corporation allows Terry-Joe to fulfill her passion by taking a very client-centric approach to lead to the early resolution of cases.
When not practicing law, Terry-Joe enjoys travelling, watching sports and volunteering.
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