Small Claims
Ontario’s Small Claims Court handles civil disputes up to $50,000 for money or property. It offers a less formal process than Superior Court, often without lawyers. Common claims involve unpaid debts, property damage, and breach of contract.
Landlord/Tenant
Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act governs landlord-tenant relationships, outlining rights and responsibilities. Key aspects include standard lease agreements, regulated rent increases (2.5% for 2025 guideline), and specific rules for eviction handled by the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB).
Provincial Offences
The Provincial Offences Act in Ontario governs non-criminal charges like traffic violations, municipal by-law infractions, and offences under provincial statutes (e.g., Liquor Licence Act). These matters are typically heard in Provincial Offences Courts, with various options for resolution including paying fines, meeting with prosecutors, or requesting a trial.
Ontario Tribunals
Ontario has numerous tribunals that resolve specific disputes outside traditional courts. These specialized bodies, like the Human Rights Tribunal or the Ontario Land Tribunal, handle issues from discrimination claims to land use planning, offering expertise and often more accessible processes.
Contract Review
Contract reviews involve carefully examining a legal agreement before signing. This process identifies potential risks, clarifies obligations, and ensures the terms align with your interests. Legal representatives can help interpret complex clauses and negotiate favorable conditions, protecting you from future disputes.
Municipal By-Law Matters
Each Municipality in Ontario is able to enact their own rules to govern residents. These “by-laws” are enforceable in Ontario Court similar to Provincial Offences. There are also Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPs) some communities are implementing to avoid tying up court resources which requires a special process to fight.
Non-Legal Assistance
There many ways in which we interact with the bureaucracy of government, from applying for a marriage license to changing your name.
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