Retainer and Fees*
All fees are subject to HST and disbursements. Retainers are required before work begins.
*Every case is unique. These fees represent general guidelines and may vary depending on the complexity of the matter. An initial consultation must take place before a retainer is created to confirm scope, cost, and next steps.
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Limited Scope Retainer
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Legal research, case assessment, or contract creation – $250/hour (3-hour minimum)
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Small Claims Court
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Demand letter – $350
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Plaintiff’s Claim – $3,000
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Defence – $2,500
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Defendant’s Claim – $2,500
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Process server – $150
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Motion for Default Judgment – $1,500
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Motion for Default Judgment with Assessment Hearing (liquidated damages only) – $2,000
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Landlord & Tenant Representation (Landlords Only)
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Representation per application – $3,500
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Each site visit – $350
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Litigation Hearings (excluding POA)
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Half-day hearing – $500
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Full-day hearing – $1,500
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3 days or more – $1,250/day
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Provincial Offences Act (POA)
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Highway Traffic Act Part I – $350–$600
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Highway Traffic Act Part II (for global resolution) – Price varies
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Highway Traffic Act Part III – $1,500+
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By-law Offences – $1,200+
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Criminal Offences – $5,000+
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A La Carte (POA / Criminal)
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Crown pre-trial – $250
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Judicial pre-trial – $450
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Early resolution meeting – $200
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Prosecutor correspondence – $150
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Per court appearance – $250
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Mediation / Arbitration
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With mutual settlement release – $500
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Notary & Commissioner Services
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Notary stamp – $150
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Notarization with declaration – $250
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Commissioner of Oaths – $100
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Business Legal Support for Entrepreneurs & Companies
Running a business in Canada requires strong legal foundations. We support entrepreneurs and corporations with incorporations, contracts, policies, and compliance — ensuring your business runs smoothly and is protected from risk.
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Incorporation & setup: Registering your company or partnership properly from the start.
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Corporate maintenance: Keeping annual resolutions and filings up to date.
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Contracts & policies: Drafting shareholder, partnership, and employment agreements tailored to your needs.
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Compliance: Helping you meet workplace, HR, and accessibility standards.
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Trademarks: Protecting your brand through search, filing, and renewals.
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Debt recovery: Collecting unpaid invoices and enforcing judgments through the Small Claims Court system.
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Additional Services
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Initial consultation (30 minutes) – $150 (credited if retained)
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Appeals (Small Claims or POA) – $2,500–$5,000+
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Document review/drafting (contracts, pleadings, affidavits) – $250–$750
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Settlement conference prep & representation – $1,000–$1,500
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Rush/Emergency services (same-day, after hours, weekend) – +25% surcharge