Kaitlynn Porath

Kaitlynn began her legal career practicing criminal law, developing extensive courtroom and trial advocacy experience while representing clients on a wide range of matters, including serious and complex criminal charges. This foundation has shaped her approach as a litigator, equipping her with strong advocacy skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to navigate high-conflict and emotionally charged disputes.

Phone: 204.957.1720
Email: kporath@dfsku.com
Fax: 204.956.4457

Today, Kaitlynn’s practice focuses primarily on family law, protection order proceedings, and civil litigation. She represents clients in matters involving parenting arrangements, marital separation, child and spousal support, property division, and other family law disputes. She recognizes that legal issues affecting families are deeply personal and works closely with her clients to provide practical advice, clear communication, and effective representation tailored to their unique circumstances.

Whether negotiating a resolution, participating in mediation, or advocating before the courts, Kaitlynn is committed to protecting her clients’ interests, finding solutions, and pursuing fair outcomes.

Outside of her practice, Kaitlynn serves on the Board of Directors for Shakespeare in the Ruins, reflecting her ongoing commitment to her community.

Called to the Bar of Manitoba in 2018.

Education

  • J.D. Western University, 2017
  • B.A. (Adv). University of Manitoba, 2013

Professional Commitment

  • Member, Manitoba Bar Association
  • Member, Canadian Bar Association
  • Member, Criminal Defence Lawyers Association of Manitoba

Volunteer Experience

  • Board Member, Shakespeare in Ruins, 2023 – current
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Careers with DFSKU

DFS Kaneski UnRuh LLP is the result of two firms merging in January of 2023, namely Deeley Fabbri Sellen LLP (“DFS”) and BD Oakes Jardine Kaneski UnRuh LLP (“BD Oakes”). The founding partners of DFS created the firm in 1979, known for dedicated and flexible client service, legal excellence and effectiveness, and commitment to giving back to the community. BD Oakes traces its history to 1974, becoming Booth Dennehy Ernst & Kelsch, acquiring Tupper & Adams (Manitoba’s oldest firm), and evolving into BD Oakes in 2019, carrying on a history of providing a wide range of legal services in Manitoba and Northwest Ontario.

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