FAQ: General

Q: My brother has to sign a Power of Attorney but he works long hours, Does he have to come to your office or may I bring his ID for you to witness? A: He must sign personally in the presence of two witnesses. A witness does not have to be a lawyer. It is […]

FAQ: Mortgages and Refinancing

Q: Do I need a lawyer to close a sale if I do not have any mortgages? A: Yes. In Ontario only lawyers can register transfers whether on the vendor’s behalf or the purchaser’s behalf. Q: Do I need a lawyer to do a refinance? A: Not necessarily, especially if the amount of the principal […]

FAQ: Family Law

Q: I have joint custody of my children with my ex-husband. The children live with me and he pays support. He is trying to get the children to move in with him so that he does not have to pay support. Can he get the custody changed? What can I do to protect myself? A: […]