Civil Litigation

We specialize in all areas of civil litigation including contract disputes, commercial matters, personal injury and employment law. We have extensive experience in both commencing and defending a court action and are pleased to assist our clients in all aspects of the litigation process. We vigorously pursue our clients’ interests whether it be through out of court negotiations or at trial.

Construction Lien Litigation

We specialize in resolving lien actions that relate to large commercial projects or renovations to residential properties. Construction lien matters are very often time sensitive so to avoid prejudicing your legal rights make sure to contact our office immediately.

Estate Litigation

Recognized as one of the fastest growing areas of law, our office has the experience and expertise required to assert and protect your rights in what are often difficult and emotional times. Our Estate Litigation practice includes any and all matters concerning an Estate, as well as proceedings under the Succession Law Reform Act, the Substitute Decisions Act, the Estates Act, the Trustee Act, and the Children’s Law Reform Act.

Corporate / Commercial Transactions

Our corporate/commercial department regularly acts on asset and share transactions, shareholder agreements, corporate financing, corporate reorganizations, and commercial transactions, as well as assisting our clients with a variety of other business and corporate matters. We also routinely act for and advise private corporations, sole proprietors, partnerships, trusts and other special purpose entities, including not-for-profit organizations, boards of directors and individuals, with their corporate and business needs.

Real Estate

We have a highly developed real estate practice with our associates having more than 90 years of combined experience in purchasing and selling real estate. We have assisted in a diverse array of real estate transactions ranging from the acquisition and sale of commercial properties to the purchase and sale of residential homes. We have the knowledge and know how to help you through every aspect of your real estate transaction.

Family Law

We understand the importance of properly guiding and supporting individuals during this often stressful and emotional time. We are pleased to assist you in matters of divorce, child and spousal support, custody and access, property division, separation agreements, cohabitation agreements and marriage contracts (pre-nuptial agreements). We strive to maintain a cost-effective approach by engaging in dispute resolution methods outside of court, while vigorously advocating for your rights and interests.

Estate Planning and Administration

Our estates law practice concentrates on estate planning, and trust and estate administration tailored our individual client needs. We assess your individual estate planning circumstances and offer advice and planning based on your individual needs which may include several matters such as preparation of primary and secondary wills, trust provisions for persons with disabilities or special needs, powers of attorney for personal care and powers of attorney for property and the like.

Criminal Litigation

Mr. Gianfranco Piccin has been litigating on behalf of clients charged with criminal code offences for over forty years. He has successfully represented clients charged with both summary and indictable offences including alcohol-related driving offences, assault, fraud, possession of controlled substances, any many others. If you have been charged with a criminal code offence, do not hesitate to contact either Gianfranco or Jonathan, so that your case may be given the immediate attention it requires.

Administrative Boards and Tribunals

Complementing our civil litigation practice, we represent our clients before various boards and tribunals such as the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal, Ontario Municipal Board, Workplace Safety and Insurance Board, and Ontario Labour Relations Board.