Base Fees

• HST is applicable to all fee quotes and most disbursements

• All fees are based upon straight-forward files.  If the matter is more complicated then fees may vary.  This is usually determined upon the first interview

• Hourly rates for lawyers on notice to client may vary during progress of the file

• Retainers are required on all Family Matters.  If the matters are straight-forward then the usual retainer is $5,000 but this amount may vary depending upon complexity of issues

Notary Services

	Notarization	$100
	Commissioning Of Affidavit	$35
	Statutory Declaration - if you provide the prepared form	$35
	Statutory Declaration - if we prepare the form - no more than 1 page	$50

 

Real Estate

   Residential Purchase

	Under $400,000	$575
	Between $400,000 & $700,000	$675
	Between $700,000 & $1,000,000	$875
	Between $1,000,000 & $1,500,000	$1,250
	Over $1,500,000	A Specific quote is required
	Each mortgage (Purchase) *Major Lender	$225
	Each mortgage (Purchase) *Not A Major Lender	$375
	Purchase Disbursements - Approximate  View	$700

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   Residential Sale

	Under $400,000	$525
	Between $400,000 & $700,000	$625
	Between $700,000 & $1,000,000	$825
	Between $1,000,000 & $1,500,000	$1,225
	Over $1,500,000	A Specific quote is required
	Mortgage Discharge for each mortgage	$225
	Bridge Loan	$175
	Sale Disbursements - Approximate  View	$400

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   Miscellaneous Real Estate Matters

	Review Agreement of Purchase & Sale	$300
	Review or Status Certificate	$250
	Discharge Of Restrictive Covenants	$250 plus Disbursements

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   Unregistered Condominium

	Interim Closing On Occupancy	$400
	Interim Disbursements - Approximate  View	$200

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   Mortgage Refinancing

	Mortgage Refinancing - *Major Lender	$600
	Mortgage Refinancing - *Not a Major Lender	$700
	Transfer Of Title	$350
	Payout of Credit Cards/Line Of Credit/Other Debt	$50 for each payout
	Disbursements - Approximate  View	$350

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   Title Insurance

	Post Closing (Under $500,000)	$275
	Disbursements - Approximate  View	$700

 

Family - Matrimonial

	Initial Consultation (1/2 hour)	$150
	Straight Forward Separation Agreement	$2,500
	Straight Forward Co-Habitation Agreement	$1,500
	Straight Forward Marriage Contract	$1,500
	Uncontested Divorce	$1,800

                  ***A minimum retainer required to be determined during Consultation***

	Disbursements - Approximate  View	$550 - $650
	Contested Divorce or Other Family Matter	$5,000 Retainer Required

	Opinion Letter - Uncomplicated	$300
	Opinion Letter - Complicated	To be determined

 

Wills - Estates - Power Of Attorney

	Last Will & Testament - 1 person (if uncomplicated)	$350
	Last Will & Testament - Husband & Wife (if uncomplicated)	$500 ($250 ea)
	**If estate or wishes are more involved, fee is based upon professional time**
	Codicil to Last Will & Testament	$150
	Power Of Attorney For Personal Care	$75
	Continuing Power Of Attorney	$75

 

Business Law

	Basic Provincial Incorporation	$950
	Disbursements - Approximate  View	$500 - $600
	Basic Federal Incorporation	$950
	Disbursements - View	$500 - $600
	Not For Profit	$1,500
	Disbursements - View	$500 - $600
	Professional Corporation	$950
	Preparing Application for Certificate of Authorization to appropriate College/Institute    ***Application fee to College/Institute extra***	$200
	Disbursements - Approximate  View	$500 - $600

                  ***Disbursement costs vary, depending on which Ministry Services are required***

	Asset Rollover	$1,500
	Organization/Reorganization	$1,500
	Annual Resolutions	$350