Civil procedures and litigation
Civil claims and defences, from the first filing through to settlement discussions or a hearing.
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The matters that do not fit a label.
Civil claims, tenancy hearings, traffic tickets, powers of attorney, mediation, and written opinions. If your question is not on another page, it may well be here.
What we do
Other matters the firm takes on
Each of these is a distinct process with its own forum and deadlines. The first call establishes which one applies and whether the firm is the right fit.
Traffic offences
Highway Traffic Act charges and provincial offences, with attention to demerit points, insurance consequences, and licence suspensions.
Landlord and Tenant Board
Applications and hearings for landlords and tenants, from arrears and eviction to maintenance and rent disputes.
Legal aid for immigration matters
Legal aid certificates are accepted for immigration matters. Ask on the first call.
Powers of attorney
General powers of attorney, prepared and witnessed at the office.
Mediation, negotiation, and opinions
Negotiated settlements, representation at mediation, written legal opinions, and legal advice on a specific question.
How it typically unfolds
The usual shape of a file
Civil and tribunal matters reward early organization. Bring what you have, even if it feels incomplete.
Sort the forum
Court, tribunal, or a letter. The amount, the parties, and the deadline decide where the matter belongs.
Gather the record
Contracts, leases, tickets, letters, photos, and messages, arranged in order so the story is clear.
Act
A claim or defence, an application to the Board, or a court appearance for the ticket.
Resolve
A settlement, an order, or a decision, explained in plain language with what comes next.
Questions people ask
Before you call
General information, not legal advice for your situation.
Is there a deadline for a civil claim?
In Ontario most claims must be started within two years of discovering them, with shorter notice periods for some defendants such as municipalities. Call early so the limitation date is not missed.
Can I fight a traffic ticket myself?
You can. Many people choose representation when the ticket carries demerit points, a possible suspension, or an insurance consequence that outweighs the fine.
What does a legal opinion involve?
A written analysis of a specific question on the facts you provide, with the relevant law and a reasoned conclusion. It is used to make a decision, to support a transaction, or to respond to another party.
Describe the matter in a sentence or two
Call during office hours with the facts and any deadline you know of.