Whether you are buying your first home, selling an investment property, refinancing a mortgage, leasing commercial space, or expanding your real estate portfolio, experienced legal guidance is essential to protecting your investment and ensuring a successful transaction.
Our real estate lawyers provide practical, efficient, and client-focused legal services for individuals, families, investors, businesses, landlords, tenants, and lenders. We understand that real estate transactions often involve significant financial commitments and important deadlines, which is why we work diligently to ensure every matter is handled smoothly, accurately, and with attention to detail.
From reviewing agreements and conducting due diligence to completing closings and registering documents, our team is committed to helping clients navigate every stage of the transaction with confidence.
Residential Purchases and Sales
Buying or selling a home is one of the most important financial decisions most people will make. Our lawyers provide comprehensive legal support throughout the process, helping clients avoid unexpected issues and achieve a successful closing.
We assist with:
- Residential home purchases and sales
- Condominium purchases and sales
- New construction and pre-construction purchases
- Title reviews and due diligence
- Agreement of Purchase and Sale reviews
- Title insurance matters
- Closing document preparation
- Residential property transfers
Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or an experienced property owner, we provide clear guidance and responsive service from start to finish.
Commercial Purchases and Sales
Commercial real estate transactions often involve complex legal and financial considerations that require careful planning and detailed review. Our lawyers work with businesses, investors, developers, and property owners to facilitate successful commercial transactions.
Our services include:
- Acquisition and disposition of commercial properties
- Multi-unit residential buildings
- Retail and office properties
- Industrial properties
- Investment property transactions
- Due diligence reviews
- Financing and security matters
- Transaction structuring and negotiations
We focus on identifying risks, protecting our clients’ interests, and helping transactions move forward efficiently.
Refinancing and Mortgage Transactions
Whether you are refinancing to obtain better lending terms, access equity, or consolidate debt, our team can help facilitate the process while ensuring your legal interests are protected.
We assist with:
- Residential mortgage refinancing
- Commercial mortgage refinancing
- Mortgage renewals
- Equity take-outs
- Lending and borrowing transactions
- Mortgage registration and discharge
Our lawyers work closely with lenders, mortgage brokers, and financial institutions to ensure transactions are completed accurately and on schedule.
Commercial Leasing
A well-drafted lease can help prevent disputes and provide certainty for both landlords and tenants. We advise clients on a wide range of commercial leasing matters and help negotiate agreements that clearly define rights, obligations, and expectations.
Our commercial leasing services include:
- Retail lease agreements
- Office lease agreements
- Industrial lease agreements
- Lease negotiations
- Lease renewals and extensions
- Assignment and sublease arrangements
- Landlord and tenant rights
- Default and enforcement matters
Whether you are leasing property for your business or managing a commercial portfolio, we can help protect your interests and support your long-term objectives.
Private Mortgages
Private lending arrangements can offer valuable financing opportunities for borrowers and investors alike. However, properly documenting and securing these transactions is essential.
We represent both lenders and borrowers in private mortgage transactions, including:
- Preparation and review of mortgage documentation
- Private lending agreements
- Security registrations
- Refinancing and restructuring arrangements
- Investment and mortgage portfolio transactions
Our goal is to ensure each transaction is properly documented and structured to minimize risk and provide clarity for all parties involved.
Title Transfers and Related Transactions
Property ownership changes can arise for many reasons beyond a traditional purchase or sale. Our lawyers assist individuals, families, and businesses with a variety of title-related matters.
We provide legal assistance for:
- Family transfers of property
- Estate-related title transfers
- Corporate property transfers
- Severances and ownership restructuring
- Joint tenancy and tenancy-in-common arrangements
- Adding or removing owners from title
- Transfers resulting from separation or divorce
- Correcting title issues and property records
We work to ensure transfers are completed efficiently and in accordance with applicable legal and registration requirements.
Do I need a lawyer to buy or sell property in Canada?
A lawyer plays a critical role in reviewing documents, conducting title searches, arranging title insurance, transferring funds, and completing the registration process required to finalize a real estate transaction.
When should I contact a real estate lawyer?
It is best to contact a real estate lawyer before you sign an Agreement of Purchase and Sale or before entering into a complicated real estate transaction.
What are closing costs?
Closing costs may include legal fees, land transfer taxes, title insurance, registration fees, and other transaction-related expenses. Costs vary depending on the property and location.