Who is in Family Law TV Show?
The show follows a dysfunctional family through their struggles, while also exploring topics such as alcoholism and recovery.
This Vancouver-shot series debuted on Global TV in 2021, starring Jewel Staite as Abigail Bianchi, an alcoholic recovering at her father’s law firm where she manages clients family drama as part of her probationary period.
Jewel Staite
Staite first began acting at six, appearing as Kaylee Frye on Firefly and its subsequent 2005 film Serenity as well as Jennifer Keller on Stargate Atlantis and playing Heidi Gotts on Wonderfalls – she has continued working in television ever since!
Staite stars as Abigail Bianchi in Family Law. Abigail is a divorced lawyer with two kids – one with autism. Abigail tends to blame others but has difficulty accepting responsibility for herself, having an alcohol dependency which put her career on the line when she appeared drunk in court; when this occurred again her career was at stake and required one year probationary period and finding a senior partner as mentor before returning to practice law again.
She meets Harry Svensson, head of a top family law firm and agrees to work for him. However, he asks her to join as his partner but she declines due to not thinking he is business-minded enough. Meanwhile she begins dating Daniel while Aidan grows fond of her.
Abigail and Daniel represent a mail-order bride seeking annulment from her marriage due to neurological condition caused by her former husband. Abigail collects medical records that prove this correlation. Together with Daniel they assist the client in getting custody of her children.
Abigail and Harry defend Crystal, a mother who refuses to vaccinate her child; later she changes her mind and finds a job. Harry and Abigail argue over a custody case involving a cancer-stricken woman fighting for her life for five years and ultimately win it. Meanwhile, Abigail sees Lucy making out with Asha at a restaurant and this gives her insight into how her own relationship issues may not be as serious. Despite having broken heart issues of her own, Abigail continues working her caseload; taking on cases such as her work involving an abusive wife and her neurodivergent son caseload as well.
Victor Garber
Garber is best-known for his roles on The CW’s Legends of Tomorrow and NBC’s Deception, but also appears in Alias, Dark Waters, and “The L.A. Complex”. In total he has won six Emmy awards and four Tony nominations.
Abigail Bianchi, an elite personal injury attorney with a propensity to drink too much, finds herself out of work after appearing hungover to court and vomitting on her client. After being put on probation by Harry Svensson (her estranged father) she must work closely with him and her two half-siblings as part of her rehabilitation.
Abby must choose between an attractive offer from her old firm and her life at Svensson and Svensson, while Lucy struggles for custody of Harmony; Abby traces malpractice at the fertility clinic where Nina was conceived; Zach Smadu plays Daniel (Abigail’s half brother who works at Svensson and Svensson); Genelle Williams is her lesbian friend/psychologist/counselor – they must all learn how to work together harmoniously for success in order to run this legal firm successfully; Season 2 was its final season
Zach Smadu
Zach Smadu is an up and coming actor who has quickly established himself on Canadian television screens. He has made appearances in Hallmark movies as well as playing leading roles such as Family Law. Furthermore, he played Detective Ash Kular on CTV’s award-winning Cardinal series as well as having recurring roles on sci-fi series The Expanse; all signs point towards a bright future ahead for this talented performer.
Smadu is not only known for his acting career but has also done charitable work with refugees. He strongly believes that people should become more accepting of refugees and their cultures and feels proud to be part of a show which promotes acceptance and diversity.
Since 2012, he has been making waves in the entertainment industry with a host of projects under his belt. With an eye-catching appearance and talent that stands him out, he has established himself in both dramatic and comedic roles across TV shows and movies alike – not to mention short film appearances!
He can currently be seen in Family Law as Daniel Svenson. He enjoys portraying this character because it allows him to observe how each individual interacts with one another – especially Abby and Harry as well as Lucy and Lucy’s relationships within the firm.
Smadu also secured his debut major film role in John Madden’s Miss Sloane, released worldwide. The Regina-born actor expressed excitement to be part of such an important project and can’t wait to watch its completion. Smadu was impressed with both cast and crew who worked tirelessly on it together on filming it.
Smadu has not shared many details of his personal life to the public. This includes not revealing information regarding his parents or current relationship status; as he appears single on Instagram without transference of or reference for anyone on his profile; though this could mean he’s seeing someone but is keeping that relationship hidden from public view.
Genelle Williams
Genelle Williams is a Canadian actress best known for her roles in Radio Free Roscoe and The Latest Buzz, as well as several episodes of Degrassi: The Next Generation. With impressive acting capabilities spanning a wide spectrum of emotions, Genelle can easily portray characters from Leena’s low-key demeanor to Rachel’s over the top emotions with ease.
Family Law follows Abigail Bianchi, an elite personal injury attorney adept at placing blame elsewhere for her problems. After an inebriated incident and appearing before court, Abigail is banned from practicing law for one year and forced to work alongside her estranged father and two half-siblings as part of her probation period – an opportunity to learn how to manage both their dysfunction and her own.
Victor Garber stars as Harry Svensson, Abigail’s boss and father figure. An avid womanizer, Harry has had three wives — one being Abigail’s half-sibling’s mother — which includes Abigail herself. Zach Smadu plays Daniel Svensson – her half-brother as well as an attorney at their firm — but his feelings for Abigail and Harmony may prevent any potential romance from developing given his previous relationships.