Meet The Team
Jolanta Bula, LL.B, B.A. (Hons.) J.D.
Founder, Lawyer
Jolanta graduated from law school in Poland in 1986 from the Silesian University with a Master's Degree, and came to Canada in 1986. She graduated from Saskatchewan University's Law School in 1995 and opened her sole practice in 1998, shortly after completing articling with Sullivan Mahoney.
When away from her desk, Jolanta loves to experiment in the kitchen, spend time with her family, and discover new hiking trails in Niagara with her Weimaraner, Khaleesi.
Emma MacDonald
Law Clerk - Family Law, Real Estate, Wills & Estates
Emma is a graduate of Brock University with a degree in Sociology, Concentration in Criminology, and Minor in Women's and Gender Studies.
Emma is passionate about helping clients through every step of their case and her bubbly personality creates a welcoming environment for all of our clients.
In her spare time, Emma can be found reading her Kindle or hanging out with her rabbit named Bourbon.
Alexandra Bula
Law Clerk - Family Law
Alex has been working at Jolanta Bula Law as a family law assistant for several years. In September 2022, Alex moved to Thunder Bay with her husband to attend the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law and obtain her Juris Doctor.
In her free time, Alex can be found at the gym, or playing tennis.
Christina Vamvakaris
Law Clerk
Christina is a graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University with a degree in Criminology, and a Minor in Leadership. While at Laurier, she wrote her undergraduate thesis which studied crime seasonality and rates of assault in Brantford. It is currently in the process of being published.
In her spare time, Christina can be found beside the nearest body of water with a book and her dog, Sunny.
Jacqualine Teixeria
Receptionist / Administrative Assistant
Originally from Montreal, Jacqualine comes from a diverse and multicultural background. She graduated from Fanshawe College with a Master’s in Business.
After graduation she chose to put her career on hold to start a family. During this time she started her own charity, “SOS”, which helps to feed and clothe the homeless who struggle with substance abuse and mental health issues.
Fun fact- at the young age of 58, Jacqualine obtained her motorcycle license and looks forward to many open road adventures.
Kabura Mwangi
Law Clerk - Family Law
Kabura is a graduate of the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor in Social Science, a Concentration in Political Science, and a Minor in Feminist Gender Studies.
Her confident personality and compassionate nature make her dependable, trustworthy, and a positive influence to be around.
In her free time, Kabura is passionate about sparking dialogues on the impact of racism and oppression through her article publications. She also enjoys spending time perfecting recipes, attending comedy nights, and exploring new cities.
Kabura's article can be accessed at the link below:
Colleen Maw
Accounting
Colleen brings 24 years of experience to the accounting department.
She works with for profits, not for profits, & charities.
In her spare time she likes to spend time with her family & especially her grandchildren. She likes to curl up with a good book.